Part-Time Deputy Clerk I - Probate Court

Major Duties

1. Accepts applications for firearm and marriage licenses; receives petitions for probate matters.
2. Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; receives payments.
3. Runs criminal history background checks for firearm licenses; maintains GCIC files; issues, logs, laminates, and mails firearms licenses; sends disqualified letters as appropriate; maintains records.
4. Intakes and processes guardianship/conservatorship petitions for minors and adults.
5. Receives passport applications.
6. Issues certificates of residence, fireworks display applications, and other documents.
7. Makes copies of death, birth, and marriage certificates; mails certified and exemplified copies of documents; opens and sorts mail.
8. Affords courtroom hearings.
9. Fills and records various legal documents and pleadings; ensures compliance with Georgia laws, rules of the court, and office procedures.
10. Maintains court calendar; locates records for title searchers, residents, and legal research.
11. Orders and maintains office supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Ability to be fluent in English and Spanish is preferred.

Salary

Starting Salary - $18.02 Hourly

To Apply

Fayette County, GA