Senior Court Clerk

Responsibilities

• Performs routine office tasks such as answering the telephone and interacting with public.
• Gathers and provides information to judges, attorneys, supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Gathers and distributes incoming mail; operates computer, office machinery (i.e., facsimile, copier, scanners and calculators).
• Examines and enters system records to ensure proper coding and accuracy.
• Enters information into database; files, cancels, indexes, processes, reviews and records cash receivables for dispossessory warrant cases, real estate documents, plats, UCC filings, liens, and other warrants/citations or civil claims.
• Fills, records, indexes, and reproduces Notary Public Certificates, Grand Jury Presentments, Orders of the Court, and State Bar Certificates.
• Inputs computer information and maintains files on motions, demands, requests, summons, subpoenas, writs, good behavior warrants, search warrants, commitment hearings, statement of claims, writs of possession, interrogatories, state’s notice, and traffic violations to maintain accurate records.
• Inputs computer information related to the scheduling of hearings and on final dispositions and sentences.
• Fills documents pertaining to dispossessory cases; handles all dispossessory appeals to State or Superior Court; files documents pertaining to cash bond forfeitures; prepares warrant withdrawal letters from Sheriff, requests for continuances, consent judgments and settlements; files and processes court documents pertaining to civil and felony cases; handles all felony and civil appeals.
• Attends court sessions and strikes juries.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of clerical experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Qualifications

May require to possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Success Factors

Successfully complete a drug and/or alcohol screening and background investigation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Process

• Submit a copy of a High School Diploma/GED (or Official Transcripts) or College Degree (or Official College Transcripts) from an accredited institution.
• Attach your Education Credentials to your online application or submit in person, via standard mail, or Fax to: Dougherty County Human Resources Government Center 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 340 Albany, GA 31701 Phone: 229-431-2122 Fax: 229-434-2662