Court Coordinator

State of North Carolina•Johnston County, NC

About The Position

District Court 12, serving Johnston, Harnett, and Lee counties, seeks a Court Coordinator to provide administrative and case management duties for the Chief District Court Judge. The role involves preparing correspondence, reports, and legal documents; tracking case status and preparing reports; supporting court scheduling and calendars; communicating with the public; managing mail and records; and handling office supplies, continuing education reports, and travel reimbursement requests. The position may also involve serving on committees, attending meetings, and acting as the Language Access Coordinator. Other duties may be assigned by the Court Manager or Chief District Court Judge. The position reports to the Court Manager. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in court administration, criminal justice, public administration, business, or a related field, and one year of experience in the court system; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of the court system and legal office practices and procedures.
Skills in case management, organization, accurate and quick data entry, and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to explain office and court procedures and regulations to the public.
Ability to analyze and interpret facts or program information and make accurate decisions.
Ability to work independently in administering or coordinating special court programs.
Ability to spell accurately and apply proper grammar.
Ability to work well with others and organize and complete work by specific deadlines.

Responsibilities

Compose and prepare correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
Track case status, prepare and distribute periodic case reports, and answer questions about case status.
Schedule matters, resolve scheduling conflicts, and prepare court calendars as needed.
Screen callers and visitors; answer inquiries; and provide or obtain information.
Screen and route mail, including email, according to its contents.
Copy, file, retrieve, and periodically follow up on materials.
Order and distribute office supplies and equipment.
Prepare continuing education reports and travel reimbursement requests.
Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned.
May serve as Language Access Coordinator.
Perform other duties assigned by the Court Manager or Chief District Court Judge.