Municipal Court Clerk-$19.22-$20.81/per hour

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Municipal Court Clerk to support and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Municipal Courts Division. Are you data-driven? Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position?

The Municipal Court Clerk earns a competitive salary $19.22-$20.81/per hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023 by The Houston Chronicle.

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN LIFE AS A MUNICIPAL COURT CLERK

Job Summary:

The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform routine clerical and administrative functions related to the procedures, laws, and record-keeping tasks required of a Municipal Court of Record.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with administrative duties for the court, as assigned, which include processing paperwork; scanning and printing documents; data entry, retrieving accident and incident reports; and updating and maintaining various schedules and listings.
• Provides customer service to citizens, defendants, parents of defendants, and other parties by phone and in person, i.e. answers questions, takes payments, sets court dates, enters information in computer, prepares payment plans, receives required and/or court ordered documents such a copy of insurance, motor vehicle registration receipt, driving record, etc.
• Prepares cases for court, processes judgments and dispositions, and enters case information into the court software system.
• Prepares and maintains court files, both manual and computerized, including data entry and digital imaging.
• Reviews court files for compliance of Judge's orders and prepares arrest warrants for issuance in cases of noncompliance.
• Runs routine reports from court software system.
• Generates correspondence and documentation to defendants and attorneys related to court case files such as court summonses, letters, promises to appear, document receipts, etc.
• Receives payments for Municipal Court fines and fees as well as cash bond payments in the form of cash, check, money order, and credit card.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.

Additional Duties:

• Explains procedures or forms to parties involved in a case.
• Prepares docket or calendar of cases to be called.
• Processes and distributes jury summonses.
• Secures information for judges; contacts witnesses, attorneys, and litigants to obtain information for court; and instructs parties when to appear in court.
• Examines legal documents submitted to court for adherence to law or court procedures; prepares case folders and posts, files, or routes documents.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent
• Requires one year of general clerical and detail related work or closely related experience.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Texas Municipal Court Clerk Certification
• Fingerprint for CJIS/TLETS

Salary:  $35,673.80 - $53,510.69 ($17.15-$25.73/hour) commensurate with experience

Posted:  September 12, 2025

Closing:  Open Until Filled

Attached Files:  Standard Application Fillable (PDF)
3553 - Municipal Court - Deputy Court Clerk I

Position Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Job Title:  Deputy Court Clerk I
Department: Municipal Court

JOB SUMMARY
An individual in this position is responsible for maintaining all court records, assisting the Judge and Prosecutor, assisting customers on the telephone and in person at the cashier’s window.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in achieving court objectives. 
• Participates in all phases of the Court’s clerical, legal, and cashiering activities as required.
• Assists with coordinating the Court’s docket and ensure that the necessary processes and paperwork of the Court are issued, signed and approved.
• Types and mails standard correspondence letters as needed. • Attends assigned Court sessions. 
• Assists with records management, including the filing, scanning, and maintenance of court records. 
• Keeps the Municipal Court Administrator informed of all problems and important issues.
• Trains new employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must have no criminal history.
• Minimum of five (5) years Municipal or County Court experience preferred.
• Must be fluent in office software (Municipal Justice VX) and computer hardware. Deputy Court Clerk I 
• Must have a good credit history.
• Knowledge of court operations, policies and procedures preferred.
• Level I Court Clerk Certification preferred. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of court operations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the practices and principals of municipal government, public relations methods and techniques, and effective communication practices.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. 
• Knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing. 
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective time management and resource utilization.
• Skill in mathematical computations and tabulations.
• Skill in organization. 
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Ability to research, compile and summarize a variety of information and statistical data.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, management and citizens. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is sedentary to light work which requires exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds of records in boxes. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a normal environment with everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe workplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. I have read and understand this job description.

By signing below, I further understand and agree that this job description applies to the position for which I am applying and/or the current position and that I am responsible for meeting the requirements outlined in this job description.

The City of Texas City has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible to assist the court administrator in all daily functions of the Municipal Court. General administrative duties; greets walk-in customers/citizens; answer telephones and direct inquiries to correct departments. This position is highly visible involving constant contact with the public. Requires ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues; requires considerable tact and judgment.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

1. Reports to: Court Administrator
2. Directs: This is a non-supervisory position.
3. Other: Frequent contact with the general public; works closely with judges, police department and other city employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicates with the public in person and answering phones, responding to email inquiries, providing information as requested and sending notifications, summons, and subpoenas to defendants, prosecutors, and attorneys.

Complete data entry by entering citations into computer, posting payments, updating records.

Complete court ordered actions for defendants by setting up payment plans, deferred dispositions, 30-day extensions, completing driver safety requests, and resetting court dates.

Preparing the courtroom for hearings, creating jury pools, summoning prospective jurors, preparing final judgement documents and warrants.

Performs all of the responsibilities of the Court Administrator in his/her absence.

Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including personal computers and related software such as word processing, spreadsheet programs and web-based management systems.

Skill/Ability: Effectively assist the public; prepare records, and correspondence neatly and professionally; operate a variety of office machines; accurately type 40 words per minute; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, city officials and the general public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; maintain records and files with precision and accuracy.

Maintain regular, predictable, and reliable attendance during scheduled hours.

Maintain confidentiality and communicate with tact and diplomacy.

Demonstrate positive and effective interaction and communication with individuals of diverse social and economic backgrounds.

Proper use of telephone etiquette, techniques, and ability to assist in answering diverse inquiries.

Demonstrating effective people skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Understanding and following oral and written directions.

Communicate effectively with strong written and verbal skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

A good knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Fluency in Spanish is not required but desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. The incumbent frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and type on a keyboard for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Work is performed in a typical office environment. While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is subject to multiple interruptions by telephones and walk-ins by employees and citizens; may be exposed to individuals who are irate or hostile. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, and skills needed. It is not intended as a complete list of job duties, responsibilities, and/or essential functions. This description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. The City of Jonestown retains and reserves any or all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete, form any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Must have a valid TX Driver’s License with good driving record.

Must be able to pass criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Certification as Notary Public or eligible to obtain.

May be required to attend annual certification of the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center.

Will be required to obtain a Level I Certification within a year.

Salary range: $44,720 to $51,958

Submit this application to hr@jonestowntx.gov

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Job Title: Court Administrator

Department: Administration

FLSA Status: Fulltime Non-Exempt

Reports to: City Secretary

Apply: https://www.ci.garden-ridge.tx.us/jobs.aspx

JOB SUMMARY

The Court Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the municipal court, requiring a specialized knowledge of court operations, processes, policies, and procedures. The Court Administrator is also responsible for providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers, along with providing support to department operations. This position involves considerable contact with the public, city officials, and city staff; therefore, requiring professionalism and effective communication skills.

BENEFITS

Pay Range: $25 - $30 hourly ($52,000 - $62,400 annually) based on qualifications and experience.

Certification: $300 annually for Level I / $400 annually for Level II / $600 annually for Level III.

Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins immediately at 4.50 hours per pay period.

Eligible for use after release of probationary period.

Holidays: 14 City Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday per year.

Longevity: $120 annually for each full year of employment.

Retirement: TMRS (Employee Contribution: 5%)(City Contribution: 2 to 1).

Insurance: Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance paid by City.

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability/Life and AD&D Insurance paid by City.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR LICENSES

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a municipal court or a municipal government setting required. An equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be considered.

Level I Certification through the Texas Court Clerks Association required, with the city supporting the candidate’s pursuit of a Level II and/or Level III.

Experience in secretarial/clerical work required. Experience in cash management operations preferred.

High school diploma or GED required.

Valid Texas Driver License with a satisfactory driving record required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain Notary Public commission within six (6) months of employment.

See the Job Description below for additional details.

• Court Administrator Job Description
• Employment Application

Please submit your completed employment application and resume by one of the following:

Email to: City Secretary
Fax to: 210-651-9638
Mail or hand deliver to:  9400 Municipal Parkway Garden Ridge, Texas, 78266

Job Details

Salary - $34.093.28 ANNUAL - $47,193.12 DOQ $16.39-$22.68 HOURLY
Posted - September 3, 2025 1:00 PM
Closing - October 3, 2025 8:00 AMAttached Files

Employment_Application- fillable

Job Description- Court Clerk

The City of Alvarado is accepting applications for the position of Municipal Court Clerk. The ideal candidate will be a highly adaptable multitasker with excellent communication and administrative skills ready to provide high-quality service to a dynamic and thriving community. We would prefer someone who currently holds or agrees to obtain Level I Court Clerk certification within 12 months of employment. 

Alvarado is on the cusp of an explosion of new homes and businesses and that brings with it new City jobs including the addition of a third clerk to the Municipal Court Department. 

Working in the judicial system offers a professional and rewarding career path with diverse and challenging responsibilities. By working at the Alvarado Municipal Court, you will be interacting with members of the public during stressful circumstances in their lives and can make a difference. If you are excited about working in the court community and dedicated to providing high levels of service to the public, this may be the opportunity for you.

 Join our team of dynamic, talented, and dedicated professionals. We work together, we love to serve the community, and we have fun at what we do!

 To learn more and see how your skills, experience and knowledge might be a fit for this position, read the job description found in the sidebar.  

To apply, please send an email  to wallsb@cityofalvarado.org with the following information:

   1)     A cover letter of at least one page explaining why you are interested in the position. 
  2)     An electronic copy of a completed City of Alvarado Employment Application.
  3)     A list of at least three professional references including phone number and active email address.
  4)     Any other information or materials that you believe will help us evaluate your candidacy.
Email application submission that does not include at least items 1, 2 and 3 will be rejected without notification. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED required. • Minimum two (2) years’ experience with customer service. • Currently hold or agree to obtain Level I Court Clerk certification within 18 months of employment. • Valid Texas Class C Driver's License - driving record must be in compliance with City policy

Special Requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS • The employee is occasionally required to encounter unpleasant social situations (dealing with irate or disturbed individuals) • May be required to pass pre employment job performance assessment • May be required to submit to a polygraph examination in the case of missing property or evidence • May be required to pass a background check to determine suitability for the position • May be required to work flexible hours, work during emergency conditions, and may require call back status (in cases of emergencies)

Miscellaneous Information

To apply, please send an email to wallsb@cityofalvarado.org with the following information: 1) A cover letter of at least one page explaining why you are interested in the position. 2) An electronic copy of a completed City of Alvarado Employment Application. 3) A list of at least three professional references including phone number and active email address. 4) Any other information or materials that you believe will help us evaluate your candidacy. Email application submission that does not include at least items 1, 2 and 3 will be rejected without notification.

Deputy Court Clerk

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locations:  Council and Court Building

time type:  Full time

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The Deputy Court Clerk performs a wide variety of technical, legal, and clerical duties in support of the Municipal Court operation for the City of Georgetown. This position requires substantial knowledge of all court and Judicial Court Department processes, procedures, rules, and authority. This position will assist defendants in person at the court window, by telephone, and through email correspondence. This includes processing payments of fines, fees, bonds, and warrants, setting cases for court, extensions, payment plans, driving safety, and compliance dismissals.

Under the direct supervision of the Municipal Court Administrator, maintains all court records, assists the Judge and Prosecutor, assists customers on the telephone and in person at the cashier’s window, requires specialized knowledge of court operations, policies, and procedures, and completes related work as required. Work involves judicial and financial record keeping, requiring the exercise of judgment within established departmental guidelines and policies. Responsibility for receiving payment for a variety of transactions requiring knowledge of legal codes, payment and charge codes, regulations, and department and city policies.

Work is performed independently within established policies and procedures and is reviewed by internal checks and audits, and through conferences and reports.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter & resume.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.  Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Reviews and processes performed community service hours or non-cash requests; ensures information is recorded in multiple data systems.    

• Provides quality customer service to Municipal Court customers by explaining court procedures and driver’s safety courses.

• Assists the public in person and by phone and may interpret for Spanish-speaking defendants.

• Records and processes mail. 

• Ensures the effective coordination of Municipal Court operations to the team and other City departments by communicating effectively on problems and issues.

• Responsible for warrant administration by sending notices, preparing court documents recalling warrants as necessary, and ensuring accurate information is sent to DPS for the Failure to Appear program.

• Responsible for accurate court disposition and fine records by collecting payments, posting correctly to the court system, and balancing a cash drawer and depositing collections, following the established cashiering procedures; records and processes mail.

• Captures documents in a document imaging system to maximize productivity and provide efficient retrieval of information. 

• Assists with the coordination of docket processing by setting and reviewing case information, sending notices, preparing summons or subpoenas, preparing court documents, and providing assistance to judge and prosecutor.

• Executes and transcribes court dockets and records dispositions. 

• Acts as liaison between police, jail, and judge to make arrangements for the judge to provide magistration to persons jailed on MC warrants. 

• Stays abreast of legislature and court procedures and training related to court duties.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education, training, and Experience Guidelines

• High school diploma or equivalent.  OR Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• One (1) year of full-time experience as a court clerk in a computerized system. 

Knowledge of:

• Clerical procedures of processing, recording, and preparing legal documents, records, and reports related to court operations.

• City ordinances, court procedures, and legislation pertinent to clerical work

Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, outside agencies, and the general public.

• Using computers and related software programs.

• Exercising discretion in confidential matters.

• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Reads TMCEC clerk manual, memoranda, legislation, and educational materials.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.

• Must obtain a Court Clerk Certificate within one (1) year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.

HIRING RANGE

Deputy: $17.49 - $21.91, hourly.

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Associate Judge

Salary

$60.00 - $75.00 Hourly

Location 

Municipal Court, TX

Job Type

Part-Time Non-Exempt

Department

Municipal Court

Opening Date

08/27/2025

Closing Date

9/26/2025 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

It's a great time to be in Pflugerville!

The person we seek will believe in and exhibit the City's P.F.I.R.S.T. core values: Positive, Forward-thinking, Integrity, Resilience, Service, and Teamwork.

City of Pflugerville full-time employees enjoy three (3) weeks of paid vacation along with 14 paid holidays a year, as well as an attractive retirement plan where the City puts in 2 dollars for every 1 dollar you put into retirement!

All City of Pflugerville employees, both full-time and part-time, are able to take advantage of a generous 457 deferred compensation plan and a 100% paid employee assistance program that offers financial, legal, mental, and career coaching and much more!

Job Summary

Reporting to the City Council and serving at the pleasure of the City Council, the Associate Judge is a contract position appointed by a majority vote of the Pflugerville City Council.  Jurisdiction of Municipal Court includes Class C misdemeanors, City ordinance violations, Class C juvenile cases and Teen Court. Conducts trials and other aspects of judicial authority by interpreting local, State and Federal laws, charter provisions, regulations and ordinances affecting the City.

Essential Job Functions and Other Important Duties

• Preside over Municipal Court for class C Misdemeanor cases appropriately tried in Municipal Court. Conduct trials, jury and non-jury. Conduct administrative hearings, may preside over juvenile hearings, teen court and arraignments.
• Review and/or sign complaints, summons, subpoenas, affidavits for search and arrest warrants, appeal bonds, affidavits, etc. 
• Review and authorize issuance of summons, arrest warrants, dismissals, judgments, subpoenas, appeals, and other required legal documents. 
• Review and/or deny requests for continuances. 
• Advise defendants of their rights and Municipal Court procedures; conduct hearing and trials; magistrate individuals (adults and juveniles) brought into custody by police.
• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations.
• Assist with Teen Court and community-outreach programs. May lead these programs if the Municipal Judge is unavailable.
• Regular and consistent attendance for assigned work hours is essential.
• Works closely with Municipal Judge and the Municipal Court Administrator to establish policies and standing orders to ensure the efficient processing of citations.
• Use City of Pflugerville email address for correspondence with the Municipal Court.    
• Be generally available, without a specific known conflict, to attend when Pflugerville court is in session. Court is held on the second Wednesday and Thursday of each month. The Associate Judge attends Friday show cause hearings held generally on the third Friday of each month.
• Other related duties as assigned by the City Council.

Job Qualifications

Formal Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Relatable Work Experience: Two (2) years of judicial or municipal court experience. Five (5) years of Municipal Government experience. 
Training, Licenses, and Certifications: Must maintain required training and credits for a Municipal Court Judge and provide each May during annual review. 
Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (English/ Spanish), Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is define as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed & Environmental Factors and Other Physical Requirements

Knowledge of Municipal Court processes and procedures; legal terminology.

Skill in utilizing a personal computer, associated software programs, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to establish and maintain professionally effective relationships with external public/vendors, internal management and non-management employees, and City and other government officials.

Ability to establish and maintain professionally effective working relationships with prosecutors, judges, law enforcement personnel, the general public, and representatives of state, federal, and local government agencies.

Subject to sitting and standing to perform essential functions in an office environment.

Visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate office equipment.

If you are someone interested in making a difference in the community and wish to be a part of the Pflugerville team, go to pflugervilletx.gov under Employment Opportunities and apply today!

For more details about the benefits offered by the City, please visit: Benefits | Pflugerville, TX - Official Website

Employer:  City of Pflugerville

Address:  PO Box 589

Pflugerville, Texas, 78691-0589

Phone:  (512) 990-6175

Website:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pflugerville

Job Title:               Municipal Court Clerk
Position Type:    Full-Time
Department:       Finance
Open Date:          August 28, 2025

Salary Range:      Minimum:  $42,168 yearly, $1,621.83 biweekly, $20.28 hourly
                       Maximum: $53,417 yearly, $2,054.49 biweekly, $25.69 hourly

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:      High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma
DRIVING:              Required - Valid Texas Driver’s License and a good driving record.

MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL AND NON-ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMODATION.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE INCLUDED IN THE JOB DESCRIPTION.

Job Summary:  
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Finance Manager, Finance Director.  Performs secretary skills of average difficulty.  Performs related work as required.

Essential Job Functions:
Greet the Public. Enters traffic tickets into computer as needed.  Assists customers with questions regarding tickets and payment of fines as needed.  Collects fines, fees, bonds, and miscellaneous cash receipts. Process letters from attorneys. Assists court administrator on court days with dockets and other duties as needed.

The Clerk shall have power to administer oaths and affidavits, and make certificates, affix the seal of the Court thereto, and otherwise perform any and all acts necessary in issuing process of such court and conducting the business thereof.

Assists in City office with counter and drive through window.  Answers telephone.  Balances and processes money received from Police Department.  Collects water payments, payment-in-advance, and miscellaneous payments when needed.  Run various errands for the city office.  Uses typewriter, calculator, computer, cash register, copier, fax and postage meter.  Strive to develop an increasing knowledge of City Ordinances, rules, regulations, and codes.  Must be able to write legibly.  Must be able to perform simple mathematical computations.  Subject to prolonged periods of sitting and standing.  Must be able to get up from desk and greet customers at the counter and drive-through quickly and frequently.  Must be able to deal effectively with customers.  Must be able to lift 35 pounds. 

Other Job Functions:
Picks up mail at post office, sorts and distributes accordingly.

Required Education, Degrees, Certificates, and/or Licenses:
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.  Must be willing to continue education by attending job-related workshops and seminars.  Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Experience, Training, Knowledge, and Skills:
Must type 30-40 wpm and use the ten key by touch.  Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Must be able to speak and deal tactfully and effectively with the public. Must be able to communicate and understand written and oral instructions.  Must have good telephone etiquette.

Court Services Specialist

Salary

$44,425.00 - $55,532.00 Annually

Location 

Missouri City, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

08122025

Department

Municipal Court

Opening Date

08/12/2025

Closing Date

11/12/2025 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Definition

This is an experienced-level, professional, full-time position with the City’s Municipal Court. Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Court Administrator, this position is responsible for coordinating
activities associated with all court trials between the Judge, Prosecutor, police department, defendants and attorneys. The Court Services Specialist assists the Warrant Coordinator with the legal inspection, preparation, and processing of arrest warrants and capias pro fines while maintaining accurate files on all active and served warrants. The position requires a specialized knowledge of court operations, policies, and procedures, and state statutes/laws.

Work involves judicial and financial record keeping, requiring the exercise of judgment within established departmental guidelines and policies. Work involves responsibilities for receiving and processing various legal motions, requests, and payment transactions requiring knowledge of legal codes, payment and charge codes, regulations, and department and city policies. Work is performed independently within established policies and procedures.

Examples of Work

- Must be able to understand state statutes/laws and have the ability to explain applicable legal options to defendants;
- Provide defendants with applicable options to resolve criminal case(s);
- Receive, validate, & process driver safety course requests and deferred court orders;
- Receive & process various legal motions from attorneys and defendants.
- Receive, process, and post cash bonds, bail bonds, and attorney bonds in accordance with state law and the presiding judge’s standing orders;
- Receive & process payments accurately and timely to defendant’s case(s);
- Insurance validation in accordance with applicable state law and judicial orders;
- Extensive data entry not limited to: citations, affidavits, sworn complaints, incident reports, etc.;
- Effectively and efficiently process cases while providing superior customer service;
- Skip tracing on defaulted cases pre-warrant;
- Warrant roundup skip tracing;
- Receive and process appeal bond paperwork;
- Receive and process payments and associated legal motions/requests via electronic means;
- Process and reconcile daily cash receipts and balance cash drawer daily;
- Prepare and retain case evidence for all cases in pre-trial and trial status
- Process DOT tickets;
- Process CID charging packets;
- Processing Statements of Intent filed by Missouri City Peace Officers, Code Enforcement Officers, Animal Control and the public and legally summons all parties in a timely manner;
- Submit various forms to the Texas Department of Public Safety;
- Process and route incoming faxed motions;
- Docket scheduling for all court cases;
- Attorney letter processing;
- Ticket import/verification;
- Officer scheduling for all trials;
- Trial and pre-trial preparation including: file prep. and witness subpoenas;
- Warrant processing assistance;
- Performs all other duties as assigned by the Deputy Court Administrator and the Director of Court Services.
- Subject to 24-hour recall.

Education, Experience, or Certification

Associate Degree and 5 years court related experience or
7 years court related experience
Level II certification, Certified Court Clerk II, required or the ability to obtain within a year

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Employer:  City of Missouri City

Address:  1522 Texas Parkway

Missouri City, Texas, 77489

Phone:  (281) 403-8500

Website:  http://missouricitytx.gov

Court Clerk II

·        Posted 19-Aug-2025 (CST)

·        1700 1st Street, Seabrook, TX, USA

·        20.11-23.90 per hour

·        Hourly

·        Full Time

Apply online at: https://seabrooktx.applicantpro.com/jobs/3833866

The City of Seabrook is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-service-focused Court Clerk II to join our Municipal Court Services team. This role performs a variety of intermediate-level administrative, clerical, and technical duties to support daily court operations while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional customer service in person, by phone, email, fax, and online chat regarding fines, payment plans, court settings, warrants, and related inquiries.
• Collect, reconcile, and record fines, fees, bonds, and payments using Incode software.
• Process citations, bonds, pleas, and open records requests in compliance with laws and policies.
• Assist defendants with payment plans, community service, deferred dispositions, compliance dismissals, and driving safety courses.
• Prepare and maintain court dockets, legal documents, and courtroom setups.
• Coordinate with judges, prosecutors, law enforcement, attorneys, and the public.
• Support collection efforts, case compliance reviews, and dismissal processing.
• Serve as backup support to Court Clerk I as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least two (2) years of experience with court policies and procedures.
• Two (2) years of general office, clerical, or customer service experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record.
• Texas Municipal Court Clerk Level I Certification required.
• Must obtain TLETS certification within 12 months of hire.
• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required, Incode software preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Prior cash-handling and reconciliation experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of court procedures, state laws, and city ordinances.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in an office or courtroom setting.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to meet vision and auditory requirements for effective performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Grade: 106 | FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave.