The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Court Clerk in the Administrative Services Department - Municipal Court. This position will provide a variety of clerical duties related to the procedures, laws and record keeping tasks of a Municipal Court.
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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
This position may require 24-hour availability during emergency conditions.
Department: Municipal Court Job Status: Full-Time Status: Open until filled Starting Salary Range: $74,000 - $90,000 DOQ
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JOB DESCRIPTION: The Court Administrator supervises all Municipal Court activities, provides administrative support to the Presiding Judge and is responsible for maintaining the court docket book, setting up court dates, and maintaining various records of the municipal court system.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EXAMPLES OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
DESIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES The City of Mansfield complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and it is our policy to ensure that no person is discriminated against based on their disability. The City of Mansfield offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals and strictly prohibits the discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. The City of Mansfield shall provide reasonable accommodates to applicants and employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential job duties when doing so does not create an undue hardship for the city.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Mansfield provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Mansfield is mandated by federal law to provide a drug-free working environment for the safety of its employees and the public. All employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer employment drug test and /or physical.
Salary
$17.70 Hourly
Location
City Hall Annex - Killeen, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Municipal Court
Opening Date
06/01/2023
Closing Date
6/15/2023 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
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Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE Provides essential support in managing court dockets, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and facilitating efficient courtroom operations. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain court dockets, manage case information, and assist court staff, attorneys, and the public in accessing and understanding court records. The ideal candidate for this position should have exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and a working knowledge of court processes and procedures. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Maintain and update court dockets with accurate and current case information.
Review court filings, pleadings, and other legal documents to ensure proper docketing.
Schedule court appearances, hearings, and trials in accordance with established protocols.
Communicate with judges, court clerks, and other personnel to ensure smooth docket operations.
Monitor case status and progress, flagging any potential delays or issues to relevant parties.
Enter and manage case data, including defendant information, charges, and case histories.
Provide courteous and accurate information to attorneys, litigants, and the general public regarding court processes, case statuses, and related inquiries.
Respond to phone inquiries and emails in a professional and timely manner.
Prepare and distribute court calendars, notices, and summonses as required.
Assist with the processing of court-related fees, fines, and payments.
Works closely with the Court Coordinator in order to coordinate all court dates and dockets between judges, prosecutors, attorneys, and the jail.
Ensures all cases have future court dates and informs judicial staff regarding cases awaiting decisions on motions.
Coordinates, prepares and distributes docket schedules.
Enters data in case management system.
Conducts research on case statuses.
Monitors cases in various queues to ensure they are being moved through the process in a timely manner and are being placed on the appropriate dockets.
Completes all activities involved with scheduling interpreters as needed.
Learns, and correctly interprets, and applies the laws, codes, policies and procedures related to the processing of criminal court cases.
Assists the public in person, by mail/email and by telephone including retrieving information and files and providing complex information to defendant’s regarding their criminal court case.
Responsible for responding to email received via the municipal court email.
Relieves the Court Coordinator during lunches, breaks, and in their absence.
Assists the Court Coordinator with the overseeing of the issuance of summons.
Assists the Court Coordinator during jury trials.
Assists the Court Coordinator with subpoenaing witnesses.
Assists the Court Coordinator with overseeing jail arraignments and credit for time served requests.
Assists the Court Coordinator with completing after-action court activity, i.e., final judgments, notices to defendants who did not appear, bailiff affidavits, quality control.
Performs backup assistance for the Intake Coordinator as it relates to citation entry.
Performs all Defendant Services Representatives duties as needed.
Assists management with providing training for court staff.
Administers oaths.
Compiles and maintains a wide variety of court records, statistical reports, and materials.
Scans court documents into the court system.
Operates a computer terminal and printer to type, enter, modify and retrieve a wide variety of court documents, reports, records, letters and other material.
Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software; central Municipal Court computer system; telephone; 10-key calculator; typewriter; copy and fax machines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
AgencyCity of Killeen
Address718 N. 2nd Street Suite B Killeen, Texas, 76541
Phone254-501-7689
Websitehttp://www.killeentexas.gov/
$17.98 - $21.93 Hourly
Cedar Park, TX
Full Time
Job Number
202300067
Division
03/09/2023
Continuous
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The City of Cedar Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy Court Clerk to performs a wide variety of administrative duties in support of the municipal court including the initiation, processing, and maintenance of legal documents, preparation of correspondence and statistics; and provision of information and assistance to the public. Bilingual - English & Spanish speaking ability is required The Position
High School Diploma or the equivalent, plus at least two (2) years clerical work experience requiring public contact; previous court experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Texas Municipal Court Clerk Certification, Level I or the ability to obtain this certification within two (2) years of hire. Bilingual - English & Spanish speaking ability is required
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant community of 82,220 consistently ranked by the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest growing communities in the Austin metro. Named for a popular park and rail stop in the late 1800s, Cedar Park is now home to two professional sports teams, the Texas Stars AHL hockey team and the Austin Spurs NBA G-league basketball team, as well a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. Cedar Park has several rankings by a variety of sources as one of the Best Cities for Families and one of the Safest Cities in Texas.
Join our team of dynamic, talented, and dedicated professionals. We work together, we enjoy serving the community, and we have fun at what we do. Join us today!
The City is an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to each employee and applicant for employment. The City affirms its commitment that there shall be no discrimination against applicants or employees because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other protected status.
AgencyCity of Cedar Park
Address450 Cypress Creek Rd, Bldg. 1 Cedar Park, Texas, 78613
Phone512.401.5000
Websitehttp://www.cedarparktexas.gov
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JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Municipal Judge/Director of Finance, implement operational systems and procedures related to court activities in compliance with state/local laws and city polices. Prepare, review, process and monitor criminal cases filed in the Municipal Court. Enter data and maintain the status of court cases on computer system. Candidate must have high ethical standards, professional demeanor, effective communication skills, cash handling experience, ability to oversee multiple tasks simultaneously, and ability to function in a high-paced, demanding environment. Will assist with daily tasks associated with Municipal Court, Utility Billing, Customer Service, and Building Permits. Will be a front-line person on the phone and at the front counter.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
REQUIRED EDUCATION, DEGREES, CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge in the following:
SKILLS/ABILITY TO:
The City of Kaufman, Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources.
Court Administrator – The City of Oak Ridge North is accepting applications for a Court Administrator. The purpose of this position is to complete a variety of complex supervisory support tasks and bookkeeping functions for the court. Work involves preparing, processing, and reconciling a variety of documents and records; managing case flows and trials for the court; responding to requests and inquiries; supervising staff; processing and entering court information; processing payments, subpoenas; setting cases for trial; reconciling cash drawer; and responding to attorneys. Employee will be responsible for issuing arrest and capias warrants. Other duties include maintaining records and information. Reports to the City Secretary. Minimum qualifications are graduation from high school and 1 to 2 years of clerical experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be able to use ten key, type 45 wpm. Court Clerk Certification preferred. The successful applicant will be required to attend annual Court Clerks Training School and receive Court Clerk Certification from the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center. A full job description is available at www.oakridgenorth.com. Apply to eharrell@oakridgenorth.com or the City Secretary at 27424 Robinson Road, Oak Ridge North, Texas 77385.
The purpose of this position is to provide police oversight and protection to the city’s court personnel and visitors of the court by maintaining a physical presence inside the courtroom and at the metal detector during all scheduled court dockets, and by scanning the court premises and facility via video surveillance at all times during daily operations. Additional major duties include serving warrants, detaining, arresting and booking wanted fugitives, conducting investigations and surveillance in order to determine fugitives' whereabouts and patterns, enforcing traffic laws and city ordinances, issuing citations, serving summons, assisting the police department on special details and calls, working on call for weekend prisoner transfers, and providing customer service support for the court system and interacting with other City employees and citizens. This is a rotating shift position, Monday through Friday and Tuesday through Saturday, every four months. This position does not provide direction to other employees.
As an employee of the City of North Richland Hills you will experience more than just a job, more than a paycheck. Working for the City of North Richland Hills means becoming a member of our family and reaping the benefits that go along with it.
Insurance
Full time employees are offered a complete line of benefits, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, access to employer paid health clinic, life insurance equal to three times your salary and optional supplemental life insurance and long term disability programs.
Retirement
As a full time employee you will become a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City of North Richland Hills making contributions towards your account. You can also put savings toward retirement in the voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan.
Vacation, Holidays and Sick Leave
The city offers vacation and sick leave, as well as ten paid holidays. Full time employees earn two weeks of vacation during their first year of employment and 10 hours of sick leave a month.
The purpose of this position is to provide court services for youth offenders and volunteers, separate from the adult court. This is accomplished by overseeing and coordinating the operations of the Teen Court Program. Other duties include direct liaison to the Interlocal cities, Teen Court Advisory Board, volunteers, program referral agencies and all participants including parents/guardians. The Coordinator will oversee docket schedules, noncompliance dockets, volunteers, and placement agencies. Additionally, this position provides back-up services for the Municipal Court staff and interacts with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other City employees.
Typical Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
$26.15 Hourly
05/18/2023
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GENERAL PURPOSE
Works under the supervision of the Court Administrator. Responsible for all warrants and writs to be served in a timely and cost-effective manner. To act as liaison with other agencies, governments, and organizations that rely upon the Municipal Court System for ordinance enforcement; also, to supervise the Marshal’s Office and using independent judgement in dealing with sensitive situations. To be able to react to emergencies as the work involves an element of danger. To be required to carry a handgun while on duty.
Essential Duties
Responsible for the safety and security of the public and staff in the Killeen Municipal Court.
At the direction of the Municipal Court Judge, supervises the service of Class C misdemeanor warrants, writs, subpoenas, summons, and other legal processes.
Records and enters Municipal Court warrants into the Web Record Management System (WEBRMS).
Locates and arrest persons with active warrants by utilizing available resources.
Maintain records of all warrants received and disposition.
Performs prison transfers or persons arrested by another agency under the authority of warrants issued by the Municipal Court Judge on Class "C" misdemeanors.
Plans, coordinates, and implements warrant round-up.
Conducts biannual warrant audit.
Coordinates access of the City Annex building with the Police Department for special events.
Reports security incidents to the State of Texas Office of Court Administration and Clerk of the Court/Court Administrator.
Develops and implements policies and procedures, establishes expectations, reviews work product, provides training, conducts performance evaluations, and guides Municipal Court staff.
Ensures that all security equipment is maintained in good working condition.
Prepares and submits annual training and equipment requests for approval.
Coordinates work assessments of the security staff of the Killeen Municipal Court.
Responds to and processes jail credit requests.
Serves on a variety of City committees relating to the general operation of the City administration.
Police car, police radio, handgun and other weapons as required, ASP, OC spray, handcuffs, pager, first aid and safety equipment, main frame computer system, PC and specialized software, 10-key adding machine, typewriter, telephone, copy and fax machines.
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 employee is frequently required to sit and talk and listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must be able to physically detain and/or arrest criminal suspects and defendants.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, true color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This position is a safety sensitive position.
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. The employee is periodically exposed to persons who represent a danger to health and life.
$22.59 Hourly
Finance
05/12/2023
To provide security for the Court during arraignments and trials while under the supervision of the City Marshal. To serve dual roles as Marshal and Bailiff for the Municipal Court. To assist the City Marshal with the administrative duties of the warrants process. To be able to react to emergencies and utilize independent judgment in dealing with sensitive situations as duties involve an element of danger. To be required to carry a handgun while on duty.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.
Serves a dual role as Deputy City Marshal and Bailiff for the Municipal Court.
Provides security for the Municipal Court office, staff, and court room.
Performs administrative functions related to the service of arrest warrants and prepares reports.
Tracks work actions and functions.
Assists City Marshal in the execution of arrest warrants, summons, and other related instruments.
Assists City Marshal in the service of duly issued subpoenas, summons, and other legal processes as ordered by the Court.
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.
Other duties as may be assigned by the City Marshal or Clerk of the Court.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Police car, police radio, radar, handgun and other weapons as required, ASP, OC spray, handcuffs, pager, first aid and safety equipment. Mainframe computer system, PC and specialized software, 10-key adding machine, typewriter, telephone, copy and fax machine.
The physical demands as 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 employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high precarious places; and with explosives; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. The employee is periodically exposed to persons who represent a danger to health and life.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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