Deputy Clerk - Civil / Small Claims Division

City of Chardon•Chardon, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chardon Municipal Court is hiring an entry-level Deputy Clerk for its Civil / Small Claims Division. The position involves processing legal documents, supporting the Court’s daily operations, and serving members of the public. The Deputy Clerk works under the supervision of the Municipal Clerk of Court. Applicants may be required to complete exercises assessing their knowledge of laws and regulations, writing ability, and understanding of the Court system. Applicants who know a second language or American Sign Language should indicate this on their résumé and may be required to demonstrate those skills. The successful applicant must undergo a criminal record check and may also be required to undergo a background investigation. Court employees are at-will, serve at the pleasure of the Court, are not in the classified civil service system, and are not members of bargaining units. The City of Chardon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Prior administrative or clerical experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys, court staff, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Successfully complete any required selection exercises assessing knowledge of laws and regulations, writing ability, and understanding of the Court system.
Undergo a criminal record check and, if required, a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Background in a legal, paralegal, or court setting.
Knowledge of a second language or American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

Receive, record, and document legal filings.
Receive, record, and document monetary transactions for legal documents.
Prepare, record, and receive correspondence, notices, and other legal documents.
Serve and assist Court users by providing efficient customer service.