Akron Municipal Deputy Clerk of Courts

City of Akron, OH • Akron, OH

356d • $20

About The Position

The Akron Municipal Clerk of Courts is seeking applications for a full-time Deputy Clerk of Courts position. Deputy Clerk of Courts provide administrative support to the public, law enforcement, attorneys, and staff at the Akron Municipal Court. Responsibilities include accurately entering data into the Court's case management system, preparing and correctly docketing court records, generating letters, mailings and reports and creating/implementing court processes in accordance with changing laws and regulations. Deputy Clerk of Courts must work cooperatively in the assigned division/department and are expected to provide excellent customer service to the public, manage financial transactions, and continuously improve his or her understanding of complex court processes. The Akron Municipal Clerk of Courts is a 24/7 operation, and a Deputy Clerk of Courts may be required to work at any time during these hours. The office has the standard first, second, and third shift in addition to swing shifts. This job posting is specific to 1st shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in the English language.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including word processing.
• Basic arithmetic and business math skills.
• Ability to communicate and work well with others in a diverse, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Superior organization skills.
• Ability to learn and retain complex information quickly.
• Possess honesty and integrity of the highest standard.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in customer service roles.
• Experience in an administrative/clerical position.
• Experience with data entry systems.
• Prior experience working in the court system or legal industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the public, law enforcement, attorneys, and staff at the Akron Municipal Court.
• Accurately enter data into the Court's case management system.
• Prepare and correctly docket court records.
• Generate letters, mailings, and reports.
• Create and implement court processes in accordance with changing laws and regulations.
• Work cooperatively in the assigned division/department.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public.
• Manage financial transactions.
• Continuously improve understanding of complex court processes.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $20.24 per hour.
• Salary advancement potential contingent upon related skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Participation in Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Deferred Compensation Retirement accounts.
• Other benefits available.
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees