JP Court Case Manager - Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3

For current Fort Bend County employees (excluding election workers): internal candidates should apply through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers; review and process requests in person, by telephone, fax, and/or mail.
• Collect and receipt fees over the counter and by mail; act as a cashier.
• Input data into the computer database for Justice Courts to access information easily.
• Manage civil and criminal court documents by preparing, filing, processing, entering, issuing, recording, and setting dockets according to cases filed.
• Prepare, file, assign, and docket new civil and criminal cases based on office policy and state statute to ensure accuracy of filings.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of documents, data, and courtroom proceedings.
• Maintain knowledge, understanding, and proficiency of case management to minimize errors.
• Train, instruct, and evaluate subordinates.
• Participate in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of job-related experience within a legal system; experience in Justice of the Peace Court preferred.
• Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM).
• Excellent research, organizational, and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with the public, employees, and elected officials.

Pay

Starting salary range: $20.50 - $25.63 hourly based on qualifications.

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full-time employees receive a wide range of additional benefits.