Court Assistant I

City of Joplin, MO•Joplin, MO

11d•$15 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs clerical duties related to the Municipal Court including data entry, payment processing, case management, and similar computer operations. Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam and drug test as a condition of employment with the City of Joplin.

Requirements

Knowledge of general municipal court operations, practices, and procedures; general office principles and practices; Microsoft Office Suite.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within other criminal justice system staff, City officials, staff, attorneys, offenders/defendants and the general public.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
One year clerical or administrative support work experience, including some experience in a money-handling position.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a court/criminal justice/law enforcement preferred but not required.
Certification as a Certified Court Administrator (CCA) from Missouri Association for Court Administration (MACA) is preferred but not required; MACA members must complete continuing education credit annually.

Responsibilities

Receives and processes various court documents while maintaining the confidentiality of files, records, reports as required by law.
Maintains court dockets; prepares commitments, suspensions, subpoenas, and warrants while maintaining the confidentiality of records as required by law.
Assists attorneys by providing information requested and as needed; processes and maintains accurate court records.
Creates accounts to receive fines collected and ordered by the Judge; issues receipts for fines and other funds received.
Prepares deposits for fines, bonds, forfeitures, and other funds received by the Court.
Maintains accurate reports on suspended licenses and prisoners.
Prepares and enters accurate data into the computer system.
Interacts with jail personnel when transfer of money and documents are required.
Provides support to the Municipal Judge for court sessions, which may include preparing and calling the docket, answering questions from defendants, witnesses, and complainants regarding Court policies and procedures.
Prepares arrest warrants, summons, and related court documents for the Judge’s signature.
Operates office equipment, including computers; works with various software applications.
Serves the public at the counter, answers telephones, and provides information to defendants, attorneys, and the public.
Contributes to the Municipal Court team, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within Municipal Court as well as outside the department.
Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.
Serves as needed in court operations when staff absences necessitate.
May assist the Court Administrator in coordinating any programs, policies, or procedures within the Municipal Court or assist other City departments as needed.
Attends and participates effectively at departmental staff meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.