Retention Specialist - Delray Beach (Temp/part-time)

About the role

This role focuses heavily on records retention and plays an important part in ensuring that civil and criminal case files are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with state and local laws. Your work will directly support the integrity, accessibility, and long-term preservation of official court records.

Responsibilities

• Review civil, criminal cases for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify cases eligible for retention based on statutory guidelines.
• Affix retention projects, including sorting, labeling, and organizing boxes.
• Track progress of assigned retention reports.
• Apply state and local retention laws, court rules, and internal policies.
• Report on any concerns to supervisor.
• Communicate with management regarding missing documents, required corrections or retention status.
• Provide updates on project progress and workload needs.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely completion of retention reports/tasks.
• Offer guidance on retention procedures and best practices.
• Maintain orderly workspace and organized file flow.
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and project timelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or GED), supplemented by three (3) years of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data, preferably in an automated systems environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift file boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.

Skills

• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Knowledge of state and local retention laws

Benefits

Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at careers@mypalmbeachclerk.com or 561 355 4172. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

This temporary, part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed, structured tasks and is looking for a reliable way to supplement their income through steady, project-based work. Hours: 24 hours per work week Schedule: Three 8 hour workdays, any day of their choosing.