COURT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

About the position

This is an unclassified position in the Fulton County State Court, intended to fill a part-time role. The hourly rate for this position is $24.28. The role involves providing administrative and operational support to the courts and assisting in public matters pertaining to the court. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with coursework in business or public administration, criminal justice, law, or a related area preferred, along with two or more years of legal or court-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Processes legal matters ensuring conformity to law and established court guidelines.
• Coordinates staff activities with those of other units or divisions.
• Responds to inquiries from attorneys and the public regarding court calendars and procedures.
• Issues subpoenas, warrants, and court summons.
• Closes court-ordered cases and reviews weekly court calendar for accuracy.
• Examines court documents and responds to court orders.
• Inventories and maintains court documents and records.
• Prepares and distributes filings and paperwork to appropriate parties.
• Compiles statistical data and correspondence.
• Researches data and provides direction to customers and other governmental entities.
• Ensures records and documents are archived, purged, or destroyed according to policies.
• Enters data into court information systems.
• Trains and mentors Court Assistants and Court Associates.
• May reconcile daily financial transactions and prepare daily audit reports.
• Transfers court cases between jurisdictions.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of legal or court-related experience.
• Knowledge of legal terminology related to the area of assignment.
• Understanding of laws, rules, and regulations governing court procedures.
• Skill in delivering high-quality, customer-focused service.
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and presentation software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, legal professionals, and the public.

Nice-to-haves

• Course work in business or public administration, criminal justice, law, or related area.