Administrative Assistant - Municipal Court

This position provides clerical and customer service support for Municipal Court office operations.

This position provides clerical and customer service support for Municipal Court office operations.

• Receives payments for court fines/costs/fees and enters amounts into computerized database.

• Responds to inquiries from the public regarding court appearances, trial dates, complaints, and payments.
• Reviews payment records to generate payment review docket.
• Assists defendants with Community Service applications.
• Schedules defendants for driving school.
• Assist in preparation of data related to payments and programs.
• Balances data postings against payments received.
• Performs related duties.

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Must be proficient with computers, including Microsoft office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of court policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Skill in the provision of customer services.
• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.
• Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Court policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

• The work consists of related clerical and customer service duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to provide clerical and customer service support for court operations. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other court personnel, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

• None.