Deputy Court Clerk

City Of Humble • Humble, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides essential front-line customer service for the City of Humble Municipal Court by performing routine clerical and accounting duties. Duties include processing citations, collecting fees and fines, scheduling court dates, trials, or hearings, and working with the Municipal Court Judge to conduct Court business.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in customer service and cash receipts.
• Experience using MS office applications.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass physical, drug screen and background check (including CJIS clearance).

Nice To Haves

• Municipal Court experience (preferred).
• Bilingual proficiency preferred.
• Experience with Municipal Court software and public records retention software and programs.

Responsibilities

• Review and process all incoming citations, warnings, complaints, and related documents for completeness and accuracy; collect fees and fines, and schedule court dates, trials, and hearings; prepare court dockets, jury charges, subpoenas, and a variety of correspondence for defendants and/or attorneys.
• Collaborate with the Municipal Court Judge in the courtroom and conduct court proceedings in a professional and respectful manner.
• Perform efficiently under time constraints and high-pressure conditions, including managing heavy workloads, frequent interruptions, high phone volume, and challenging interactions, while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and meeting deadlines.
• Maintain files and correspondence for the court.
• Use Municipal Court software and programs, public records retention software and programs, and remain current on upgrades or changes.
• Provides assistance and information to the public.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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