Deputy Clerk II - Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 2

## Deputy Clerk II
- Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 2

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Temple
- Annextime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
August 18, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR12751

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
** Job Description**:
** The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
*** Provides high-level customer service; assists customers with complex billing issues, service complaints, account discrepancies and payment installment arrangements.
* Responds to inquiries and requests from the public and other departments; provides general and specialized information regarding assigned functions that require the use of judgment, tact and sensitivity and the interpretation of policies, rules and procedures.
* Receives payments for permits and/or licenses such as vehicles, trailers, motorhomes, etc..
* Prepares a cash report for all receipts entered each day; makes daily deposits. Audits diverse customer or financial records, detects incorrect information, conducts interviews with involved parties, analyzes findings, and determines appropriate solutions.
* Answers department telephones; provides assistance, requested documents and information; refers callers to other staff members as appropriate; and takes messages. Receives, dates, and distributes incoming mail.
* Prepares varied and complex department documents, records, reports, and forms requiring knowledge of programs, policies and procedures.  Initiates reports and documents based upon knowledge of department operations, reporting requirements, and established deadlines.
* Researches, compiles, consolidates, and/or tabulates information; incorporates information into requested reports and other prepared materials; proofreads for accuracy and completeness; and distributes upon approval.
* Maintains assigned inventories; prepares, reviews, and processes purchasing documents; prepares purchase orders for needed materials, equipment, and supplies; receives and distributes incoming supply shipments; reviews and codes invoices; and forwards for payment.
* Enters information into department programs and databases; updates database information; creates new spreadsheets/files; and purges old data as appropriate. Researches information from databases and incorporates into reports, summaries, and other assignments.
* Maintains department/program references such as vendor lists, Code books, training manuals, standard operating procedures; mailing lists
* Reviews permit and license documents, and other pertinent information in order to verify accuracy and completeness of information and process applications for prospective applicants.
* Performs related work as required.
* Ability to travel for training annually .
** Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

** Requires High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of clerical or administrative support experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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* Skills:

*** Strong multitasking and organizational skills
* Ability to manage tight deadlines
* Ability to handle heavy workloads while maintaining high productivity
* Calm and professional customer service skills
* Skilled in researching and interpreting applicable statutes
* Ability to work effectively in environments involving secondary traumatic stress while maintaining professionalism
* Willingness and ability to travel for required annual training
* Strong team player
** Physical Demands:
*** Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
** Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):
*** None.
** Special Certifications and Licenses:
*** Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
* Must…