Court Clerk​/Municipal Court

REPORTS TO

Clerk of Municipal Court

Non-Exempt

Personnel System
- Requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.

110

No

The purpose of this job is to provide clerical support to the office of the Municipal Court. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, processing payments received by Municipal Court and entering dispositions into the computer system, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday
- Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy. High school diploma or equivalent with one year of legal secretarial, clerical, or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Prepares citation information for public payment or court proceedings by obtaining and entering all identifying information into the computer.

Prepares the Municipal Court docket by issuing a case number for each citation, assessing a fine for each ticket, determining whether individuals must attend court, calculating citation fines, and preparing weekly arraignment calendars.

Receives all issued tickets into Municipal Court; processes and files as appropriate; subpoenas witness as needed.

Enters disposition of cases into computer, verifies accuracy, and corrects data entered incorrectly.

Prepares notices of court appearances to bondsmen, defendants and attorneys; forwards to appropriate personnel for review and mailing.

Enters jail paperwork, including bond information, received daily.

Recalls warrants on defendants who have complied with court ordered appearances, fines, and/or terms of probation.

Assists Judge or Clerk of Court in courtroom sessions as needed.

Receives cash payments of fines and enters payments into computer.

Provides assistance for the public regarding court procedures, fines, and operations.

Answers incoming telephone calls; responds with requested information if possible; directs to appropriate personnel; relays messages.

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of Georgia law and government policies, court procedures, and activities of the Municipal Court as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Court Clerk.

Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.

Skill in the operation of computer applications and the ability to learn and comprehend specific tasks performed on computer relating to the operations of the court.

Skill in the operation of various office equipment including computers, scanners, cash registers, calculators, fax machines, and copying machines.

Ability to alphabetize, compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, other staff members and the public at large.

Ability to use independent judgment in routine situations.

Ability to perform required mathematical calculations.

Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computer terminals, scanners, fax, copy machines. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

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