Company Description
BENEFITS
The Fayette County Court of Common Pleas, Juvenile Division offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance; vacation, sick and paid holidays;
Court employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System which provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits for public employees.
Employees do not have Social Security taxes withheld from their pay because they are members of OPERS.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a full-time position that is primarily a Deputy Clerk for Juvenile Court, but could also have job responsibilities with Probate Court.
Job Duties: Maintaining court case file, case docketing and scheduling of hearings; processing payments from the public and attorneys, assisting public with filings, answering phone calls, processing mail, issuing marriage licenses and any other duties required by the judge or court administrator.
Must be able to multi-task, stay focused, organized and work well with others.
COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
The court expects the employee will adhere to all court policies, guidelines, practices and procedures; act as a role model both inside and outside the court; perform duties as workload necessitates in a timely, accurate and thorough manner and be conscientious about meeting department productivity standards; and communicate regularly with supervisor about department issues in completing the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
1.
High school diploma or GED.
2.
Some knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and the flow of documents throughout the Court and the Clerk’s Office, preferred, but not required.
3.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, produce accurate work, and able to multi-task and function efficiently in a high-volume environment.
4.
Ability to read and copy records precisely; arrange items in alphabetical or numeric order; assess questions and provide information; sort items into categories according to established methods; complete routine forms; and lift up to 20 pounds.
5.
Knowledge of common office practices, procedures, and equipment.
6.
Proficiency in operating a personal computer and using, or being able to learn, Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel, and case management system.
7.
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing in English to diverse audiences.
8.
Pleasant personality and ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships with judges, employees, and others conducting business with the Court.
9.
Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for the position and the work environment expected of a representative of the Court.
10.
Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and excellent attendance record.
11.
Patience, objectivity, maturity, effectiveness under stress, initiative, and adaptability.
Preferred Qualifications:
1.
Familiarity with court systems, procedures, and terminology.
2.
Prior work experience in a court or legal environment.
COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
The court expects the employee will adhere to all court policies, guidelines, practices and procedures; act as a role model both inside and outside the court; perform duties as workload necessitates in a timely, accurate and thorough manner and be conscientious about meeting department productivity standards; and communicate regularly with supervisor about department issues in completing the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Additional Information
DEPARTMENT: Fayette County Court of Common Pleas, Juvenile Division
REPORT TO: Court Administrator
WAGE: $18.
47/hr
HOURS: Full-time 8:00 a.
m.
– 4:00 p.
m.
, or as assigned.
POSTED: February 16, 2024
AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT AND EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Employees of the court are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the court; they are not in the classified civil service system and are not members of bargaining units.
The court is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, military status or genetic information.
Attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing with some specificity how an applicant’s qualifications match those required for the position.