Deputy Clerk III

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Department: CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT

Job classification: DEPUTY CLERK III

Posting type: General

Categories: Administrative Assistant, Clerical & Data Entry, Court Administration, Legal

Summary

Two positions available.

Make an impact behind the scenes of our justice system as a Deputy Clerk III with Chatham County’s Clerk of Superior Court’s Office. If you’re an organized, detail-oriented professional with legal or court experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is an opportunity to use your skills to serve the public, support the courts, and help ensure important legal processes run smoothly and accurately.

Examples of duties

• Receive and process legal documents, vet all incoming information, and provide information and assistance to the public.
• Respond to telephone and in-person inquiries from attorneys and the public regarding court procedures.
• Perform document intake, case initiation and management, collecting and processing fees, and generating court documents.
• Review incoming and outgoing documents for completeness and accuracy, process documents for filing as required under court rules, and perform data entry.
• Perform special duties as requested by an assigned judge, such as drafting court memoranda, appropriate notices, and subpoenas.
• Prepare legal documents for the Clerk of Superior Court’s approval and signature.
• Process large volumes of transactions rapidly and accurately.
• Exercise good judgment in stressful situations.
• May be required to testify during court hearings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• At least two (2) years of legal or court-related experience in the areas of business or public administration, criminal justice, law, or a related area; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must obtain a Notary Public Certification issued by the Clerk of Superior Court (within your county of residence) and complete the affirmation as a sworn Deputy Clerk of the Court.
• Must be proficient in using various computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. multiple times per day.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Selected candidates will be required to complete clerical testing during the interview process.
• According to your assignment, you may be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.