Deputy Court Clerk
Description
Deputy Court Clerk
Full Time | In-Person | Competitive Benefits
Description
A municipal employer in Texas is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Deputy Court Clerk to support daily Municipal Court operations. The role performs administrative, clerical, and customer service functions; processes payments; prepares court documents; maintains warrant and disposition records; and assists court leadership. This position reports to the Municipal Court Clerk. This is not a supervisory role, but the Deputy Clerk may assist with training new staff.
Essential Duties
- Process court fines, fees, warrants, and payments.
- Reconcile transactions and prepare deposits.
- Provide accurate information to the public regarding citations, court dates, warrants, and compliance requirements.
- Review and process documents submitted to the court.
- Enter and update records in court databases.
- Prepare and issue court orders and forms.
- Maintain files, records, scanning, data entry, and mail distribution.
- Perform receptionist duties and route calls and inquiries.
- Conduct license and record checks as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of all court and city information.
- Assist with training staff and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain Level I TMCEC certification within one year of hire.
- Acceptable background check and medical screening.
- Valid Texas driver license with acceptable driving record.
- Bondable with satisfactory credit history.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.
- Ability to type 35 words per minute and perform accurate data entry.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to interpret and apply procedures, ordinances, and court rules.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move within the office.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions such as typing.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent public interaction.
Additional Information
This job description reflects the essential duties and qualifications expected for the role. It does not constitute a contract. Employment is at-will. Duties and responsibilities may change based on operational needs.
