Deputy Court Clerk

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma • Durant, OK

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About The Position

The Deputy Court Clerk is responsible for collecting data to ensure adherence to confidentiality standards and assisting with the organization and operation of the Courts. The role prepares and maintains case files and court records, handles materials filed with the Court, accounts for fines and property, prepares and serves court documents, and supports court proceedings. The position works under the supervision of the Chief Judge and Associate Judges of the Court.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Associate degree in legal or related studies.
• Knowledge of court procedures.
• Excellent grammar, punctuation, and spelling skills.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to prioritize and accurately complete numerous duties within a limited time frame while assisting the Justice on the bench.
• Excellent office skills, including typing, word processing, data entry, maintaining files, and using various office machines.
• Proficiency in following oral and written instructions with limited supervision.
• Two years of experience in secretarial or office management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain case files within the General Jurisdictional Court under the supervision of the Chief Judge and Associate Judges.
• Maintain detailed records of court proceedings, including case details, parties, complaints, hearing and trial dates, rulings, findings, orders, judgments, and other important facts or circumstances.
• Maintain pleadings, documents, and other materials filed with the Courts.
• Maintain evidentiary materials, transcripts, and records of testimony filed with the Court.
• Collect and account for fines, other money, and property taken into the custody of the Courts.
• Prepare and serve notices, summonses, subpoenas, warrants, rulings, findings, opinions, and orders.
• Assist in drafting and executing complaints, petitions, answers, motions, and other pleadings and documents for court proceedings.
• Administer oaths and witness the execution of documents.
• Notify parties of court proceedings in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree