Municipal Court Clerk

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Base pay range

$22.93/hr - $22.93/hr

This classification will conduct specialized administrative duties in support of the City of South Fulton Municipal Court.

• Process complex legal matters and documents for assigned court.
• Input and generate data required to build cases.
• Conduct record searches and locate files.
• Prepare, copy, and distribute letters, notices, subpoenas, and fines.
• Process and record payments, fees, and fines.
• Enter payments, fees, and fines into the computer system.
• Assign cases and prepare reports.
• Review and prepare assigned court calendar.
• Coordinate translator assignments.
• Testify during court hearings as required.
• Conduct routine office support functions.
• Receive, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls.
• Sort and distribute mail.
• Maintain inventory of required office materials and supplies.
• Provide customer service to police officers, other courts, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Answer questions pertaining to court dates, pleadings, case numbers, program information, and filing processes.
• Explain court procedures to participants and advise them of their rights.
• Maintain legally mandated logs of intakes and releases; verify identification and custody of each intake.
• Process a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations within designated time frames and per established procedures.
• Receive and review documents such as warrants, court calendars, transport/transfer orders, and writs of possession.
• Prepare or complete various forms, reports, and correspondence as assigned, and maintain computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Implement court orders, execute warrants, and pick-up orders.
• Use computer programs, software, and applications to maintain documents, organize cases and calendar dockets, and communicate with team members.
• Perform other duties as required by the direct manager and/or supervisor.

• Associate or technical degree is required.
• One (1) year of experience in a court system, law enforcement, or corrections.
• A valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving history.
• Affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court (can be completed upon taking the position).
• Typing a minimum 40 WPM.

Physical Requirements:

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of light-weight objects (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals, and the ability to communicate orally. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Legal

• Government Administration