Deputy Clerk

State of North Carolina•Clerk Of Superior Court Iredell, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Iredell County, is seeking two (2) qualified individuals to serve in the position of Deputy Clerk, Criminal Division, in the legal system of North Carolina. Criminal Deputy Clerks perform specialized clerical and administrative work in a Clerk of Superior Court office that involves processing criminal cases. In the Criminal Division work may involve processing only one phase of a criminal case such as the initial filing, continuances or judgments for one or more areas of criminal district court cases (misdemeanors, infractions, and appeals from magistrate court), or superior court cases (felonies or appeals from district court). Work involves providing information to the public, attorneys, law enforcement, and others on criminal forms and procedures, establishing and maintaining hard copy and electronic files, and reviewing and processing documents related to assigned cases.

Requirements

Knowledge of NC general statutes
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to the local judicial district
Knowledge of eWarrants
Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures
Skills in basic math
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
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

Professional experience working in a courthouse or law office
Iredell County residents preferred

Responsibilities

Assist judges in open court by maintaining records, marking exhibits, administering oaths, and entering case actions into the eCourts (Odyssey) system in real time.
Prepare, review, and enter criminal case information, judgments, warrants, and related documents accurately in eCourts and other state systems.
Provide professional assistance to the public, attorneys, and law enforcement in person, by phone, and via email regarding court procedures, case information, and filing requirements.
File, organize, and maintain court records and ensure proper confidentiality, security, and accuracy in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes and Judicial Branch policies.
Attend criminal court sessions; call cases, record dispositions, and assist with courtroom flow and docket management.
Apply working knowledge of criminal law, North Carolina General Statutes, and court procedures to ensure compliance in document processing and case handling.
Work collaboratively with other deputy clerks and supervisors to support daily operations and meet court deadlines.