Assistant Clerk / Hearing Clerk
About The Position
The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Mecklenburg County seeks an Assistant Clerk/Legal Hearing Officer. The role hears cases on behalf of the Clerk when the Clerk has judicial authority under North Carolina statutes, and assists the Clerk in exercising judicial powers and functions as ex officio Judge of Probate and as a judicial officer of the Superior Court. The position conducts evidentiary hearings and issues judicial opinions, findings of fact, conclusions of law, and orders in matters within the Clerk of Superior Court’s statutory jurisdiction. It also provides procedural and statutory guidance to the Clerk and departments within the Clerk’s Office, serves on committees as appointed, and communicates with the public, attorneys, and others about court processes without offering legal advice or engaging in ex parte communications. The position reports to the Clerk of Court. Work hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday. The salary range is $41,696–$77,036.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Knowledge of North Carolina court systems and procedures; case, statutory, regulatory, and common law; North Carolina General Statutes; estates and special proceedings and other areas of civil law; and basic accounting.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions; work quickly and accurately; manage a high-volume caseload; maintain attention to detail and organization; enter data precisely; type accurately at 35–40 words per minute; and use Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel proficiently.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure with time-limited mandates; interpret laws and make timely, accurate decisions; understand statutes and procedures for estate administration and record keeping; communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds; demonstrate a superior work ethic; and manage substantial public interaction.
Nice To Haves
- Mecklenburg County residency is preferred.
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
- Two years of experience as a litigating attorney.
- Professional experience working in a courthouse or law office.
- Experience in estates and special proceedings.
- Spanish language fluency.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Clerk in exercising the Clerk’s judicial powers, functions, and authority as ex officio Judge of Probate and as a judicial officer of the Superior Court.
- Conduct evidentiary hearings and render judicial opinions, including relevant findings of fact and conclusions of law.
- Preside over hearings and issue orders concerning foreclosures, guardianships, claim and delivery, supplemental proceedings, disputed funds, surplus proceeds, minors’ funds, adult adoptions, and other matters within the Clerk’s statutory jurisdiction.
- Review and sign orders for supplemental proceedings, minor adoptions, property bonds, and default judgments.
- Provide legal advice to the Clerk of Superior Court and departments within the Clerk’s Office regarding procedural and statutory matters.
- Serve on court committees as appointed by the Clerk.
- Provide information to the public, attorneys, and others about court processes and procedural matters without offering legal advice or engaging in ex parte communications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
