Deputy Clerk

State of North Carolina • Scotland County, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Scotland County, is seeking a qualified individual to serve in the position of deputy clerk in the legal system of North Carolina by processing, controlling and maintaining documentation of court cases. As a deputy clerk, you may perform a variety of duties including working in the courtroom, providing customer service, data entry, typing, filing, cash receipting, multi-tasking, and an assortment of other tasks. The specific duties of the individual hired will be determined based on the current needs of the office. Excellent computer skills are a must as is the ability to process information accurately. Good English and communication skills are highly desirable. Basic math skills are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to process information accurately.
• Good English and communication skills.
• Basic math skills.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience working in a courthouse or law office.
• Knowledge of NC general statutes.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to the local judicial district.
• Knowledge of juvenile proceedings.
• Knowledge of eWarrants.
• Knowledge of eCourts.
• Knowledge of Odyssey Enterprise Justice.
• Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures.
• Skills in active listening.
• Skills in managing a high volume of public interaction.
• Skills in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing.
• Skills in fast, accurate data entry.
• Skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents.
• Ability to interact diplomatically with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to adjust to unexpected events.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to organize and manage files.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to provide procedural information without giving legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts.
• Review, prepare, and process criminal and civil cases including misdemeanors, infractions, divorce, child custody, and juvenile cases.
• Process cases, produce records, and maintain case files in the courtroom during court sessions.
• Establish and maintain case files for adoptions, determinations of incompetency, foreclosures, motor vehicle liens, etc.
• Provide sensitive information for juvenile casework to attorneys, Guardians ad Litem (GAL), the Department of Social Services (DSS), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS).
• Administer estates of the deceased and explain procedures to family members and other authorized representatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED