Deputy Clerk

Overview

Deputy Clerk for the Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Burke County. Salary range: $36,315.00 - $58,740.00.

• Process cash receipts.
• Review, prepare, and process criminal and civil cases including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases.
• Process cases, produce records, and maintain case files in the courtroom during court sessions.
• Establish and maintain case files for adoptions, determinations of incompetency, foreclosures, motor vehicle liens, and other matters.
• Provide sensitive information for juvenile casework to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem (GAL), the Department of Social Services (DSS), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS).
• Administer estates of the deceased and explain procedures to family members and other authorized representatives.

• Knowledge of NC general statutes; policies and procedures related to the local judicial district; juvenile proceedings; eWarrants; eCourts;
  Odyssey Enterprise Justice; and general office and clerical procedures.
• Skills in basic math; active listening; managing a high volume of public interaction; effectively communicating both verbally and in writing; fast, accurate data entry; and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents; interact diplomatically with a diverse group of people; multi‑task; adapt to unexpected events; meet deadlines; organize and manage files; work independently; maintain confidentiality; and provide procedural information without giving legal advice.

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 18 years of age. Burke County residents preferred. Experience working in a courthouse or law office is strongly preferred.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities.