Deputy Court Clerk-Part-Time

City of DeSoto • DeSoto, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative assistance to the court. This is accomplished by responding to requests and inquiries; processing and entering court information; processing payments, subpoenas, summons, and warrants; setting cases for trial; working with court dockets; and responding to attorneys. Other duties may include maintaining records and information.

Requirements

• High School graduation or equivalent
• Two (2) years of administrative experience
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to be certified for TCIC/NCIC and TLETS

Nice To Haves

• Municipal Court Clerk I Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Sets cases for trial by reviewing information; entering data; scheduling and communicating case dates; notifying potential jurors; preparing dockets; and processing post-trial monies and records.
• Provides administrative support, including answering phone calls; distributing mail; maintaining records; processing warrants, bonds, accident and jail information; and ensuring records are filed and retained.
• Provides customer service to the public and outside agencies by answering phone calls and referring calls; processing correspondence and requests from defendants; receiving payments; scheduling payment plans; processing deferred disposition cases; and responding to defensive driving inquiries.
• Performs other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

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