Student- Probate Court

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission‑driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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$17.55 – $20.65

This position is on site.

• Assist with organizing, processing, and maintaining case files and official court documents.
• Interact professionally with court staff and members of the public while helping facilitate day‑to‑day court functions.
• Support departmental projects and tasks that contribute to accurate record‑keeping and effective case management.

• You will gain real‑world experience in a professional legal setting that strengthens your academic and career development.
• You will develop valuable organizational, communication, and time‑management skills that transfer to any future profession.
• You will work alongside experienced court professionals and observe firsthand how the judicial system operates.
• You will contribute to meaningful public service work that supports individuals and families navigating important legal matters.

This is a training level class involving high school juniors and seniors working on completion of a diploma, college or university students working on completion of a degree, or students enrolled in a technical business institute, vocational school or adult/community education program working on completion of a diploma or certificate who are available to work on a part‑time basis. Employees in this class are placed in various County departments and perform beginning level unskilled or semi‑skilled duties, typically clerical in nature, but may vary depending on the department assigned.

Students are budgeted to work 20 hours a week except in special circumstances when school is not in session. This applies to college, as well as high school students. Students usually work four (4) hours per day, either mornings or afternoons, during the normal school year and may be retained to work full‑time during the summer months. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

• Be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

NOTE:

Individuals under the age of eighteen (18) who have not graduated High School must have a Co‑operative Training Agreement or Work Permit issued through their school.

• Be enrolled in high school working on completion of diploma; OR
• Be enrolled in college working on completion of degree; OR
• Be enrolled in a technical business institute, vocational school, or adult/community education program working on completion of diploma or certificate.

NOTE:

Adult education classes or certificate programs do not qualify unless the coursework leads to the completion of a high school diploma or post‑high school certificate requiring a minimum of one (1) year.

• Index and file alphabetically, numerically, or according to subject matter, departmental documents, reports, and records.
• Answer routine public inquiries by providing information involving standardized departmental procedures and requiring a basic familiarity with departmental operations.
• Sort and distribute mail and departmental materials.
• Operate office machines such as adding machines, calculators, scanner, and copy machine.
• Post standard data to departmental records using a computer terminal or personal computer.
• Move materials and assist in stocking and maintaining stored items in storeroom areas and cabinets in a neat and orderly condition.
• Utilize current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.