Municipal Court Technician

Department: Municipal Court of Record

Reports To: Municipal Court Administrator

Location: City Hall

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Classification: A13

SUMMARY

The Municipal Court Technician provides quality customer service while performing clerical duties in the Municipal Court. The Technician must be able to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers, provide courteous service, and remain professional while dealing with all individuals. Each employee must represent the Municipal Court by making ethical decisions in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the ordinances of the City of Angleton with prudence, integrity, and impartiality.


** Required to pass a criminal background check successfully.


** Must be Bondable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements below describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. The position description is subject to change by the city as the city's needs and requirements change.

• Maintain the Municipal Court database accurately and efficiently, including monitoring and updating case status as cases proceed through the judicial system.
• Assist with data entry of citations and all other complaints filed in the court.
• Records the case disposition, court orders, and arrangements for payment of court fines.
• Receives and processes cash bond payments along with all other documents and paperwork from the police department.
• Follow procedures as scheduled, including preparing an accurate arraignment docket and preparing and mailing court dates and default notices.
• Processes incoming mail daily.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with customers.
• Maintains and files pending and closed cases.
• Maintains and balances cash drawer daily.
• Notifies defendants and jurors of court appearances.
• Responsible for demonstrating organizational skills and the ability to accurately prioritize work assignments and trials.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; accurate keyboarding skills required.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and oral communication skills professionally.
• Work at a fast pace in a high-stress, challenging environment
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Responsible for upholding the Court Clerk's Code of Ethics
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure)

The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this position's essential duties and responsibilities is listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions if a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of two (2) years of general business experience required
• Experience working with the public preferred
• One-year cashier/teller experience preferred
• Knowledge of municipal court functions and procedures preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions.

Frequent

• Sitting, walking, and standing
• Reaching
• Twisting, bending, stooping
• Lifting to 10 lbs
• Repetitive motion with fingers and hands using computers, calculators, and other office tools
• Must be able to communicate, hear, and understand face-to-face, over the phone, internet, and radio
• Communication of information and ideas to others will understand. Must be able to share accurate information face-to-face, over the telephone, and radio

Occasional

• Bending
• Reaching overhead
• Squatting, stooping, kneeling, and pulling.
• Lifting to 25 lbs.
• Public speaking

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position typically operates from inside an office, cubicle, or building. The work environment is usually quiet to moderately noisy.


** Position may be considered essential in a disaster or emergency and will be required to respond as requested.

The City of Angleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.