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Pulaski County Government · 9 hours ago

Court Clerk

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Pulaski County Government is seeking a Court Clerk responsible for the creation and processing of various case filings in the Circuit Court. The role involves data entry, calculating fines and fees, and ensuring accurate documentation for legal proceedings.

GovernmentInformation ServicesPublic Safety

Responsibilities

Receives and processes filing paperwork for criminal cases, pleadings, court orders, and decrees; reviews to ensure all necessary documentation and proper fees are included; inputs into a computer database and uploads digital images of pages received

Enters orders, decrees, and judgments into computer records and notifies various agencies and parties; issues testamentary letters, letters of guardianship, letters of administration, or documentation related to cases; mails out as appropriate

Calculates and processes court costs including fine amount, court fees, witness fees, fees for issuing subpoenas, sex offender conviction fees, DNA testing fees, and credit for time served in jail

Prepares and issues bench and alias warrants, commitment orders, bond forfeitures, summons, fine statements, and revocation warrants for cases in assigned divisions; posts court dates and times to docket

Implements orders of the court by processing orders and judgments, then distributing them to appropriate personnel; notifies the state of driver's license suspensions for certain convictions

Prepares correspondence and court dockets by running reports containing case number, parties, charges, outstanding motions, and case status; reviews to ensure all information is accurate

Bill other government agencies for the recording of tax liens and benefit overpayments

Answers questions related to Circuit Court cases and filing procedures in person, over the phone, and electronically; provides copies of records and certify as requested

During court proceedings, administers oaths to seated jurors after conducting roll call; prepares records of jurors present and seated for payment of jury fees

Calculates court awards as needed in the preparation of civil dispositions

Notifies Sheriff's Department of issuance or dismissal of orders of protection, warrants for arrest, and orders for transporting inmates

Provides telephone support to poll workers as needed during major elections

Performs any other related duties as required

Qualification

Legal terminology knowledgeCourt system knowledgeRecord-keeping systemsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCustomer serviceBasic mathematicsDocument digitizationPC operationEffective communicationAttention to detail

Required

Considerable knowledge of legal terminology, the court system, legal procedures, and practices

Considerable knowledge of the preparation and maintenance of court dockets, legal documents, and case files

Considerable knowledge of office practices, procedures, equipment, and terminology

Good knowledge of filing and record-keeping systems

Some knowledge of basic mathematics

Ability to maintain detailed accurate record-keeping systems

Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Ability to provide excellent customer service

Ability to handle confidential materials in a reliable manner

Ability to prepare numerical reports

Ability to maintain discretion regarding privileged information

Ability to attend work regularly and reliably

Skill in the digitization of documents

Skill in manipulating file sizes to meet system requirements

Skill in the operation of a PC

Skill in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to communicate effectively in writing, over the phone, and via electronic means

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Digital dexterity is sufficient for the operation of a keyboard and mouse

Visual acuity is sufficient for normal office activities, including the use of a PC

Completion of high school or GED equivalency; considerable clerical work experience with record-keeping in a legal, court system, or related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position