Deputy Court Clerk - Grade 12

Mandan Fire Department • Mandan, ND

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides clerical and customer service support for the day-to-day operations of the Clerk of Court’s Office.

Requirements

• Knowledge of laws, rules, policies, and procedures that pertain to the ND Judicial System.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used to maintain accurate, complete, and timely court records and applicable recordkeeping requirements.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, forms, and documents.
• Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs including specialized court/case management software and general office equipment.
• Skill in establishing priorities, organizing work, and multi-tasking.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with data entry and computer systems familiarity.
• Ability to read, write and perform customer and clerical service, and mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Zoom, Windows, and Outlook.
• Criminal legal experience, law office, or clerk’s office experience is preferred, along with book-keeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; takes messages; directs to appropriate personnel.
• Receives and maintains all papers and records filed or deposited in the Clerk of Court Office; disposes of records in accordance with Supreme Court guidelines.
• Attends all sessions of the Municipal Court.
• Prepares the court calendar in coordination with applicable attorneys, and prepares court judgments.
• Ensures compliance with Supreme Court rules, the Clerk of Court Manual, and other guidelines adopted by the State Court Administrator.
• Issues processes notices as required.
• Maintains information in the case management system regarding criminal infractions and traffic violations.
• Receives and receipts funds; maintains related records.
• Responsible for balancing till and prepare daily financial deposit.
• Process and manage parking citations in accordance with Mandan Municipal Ordinances and Court procedures.
• Host virtual meetings for court purposes daily.
• Serves as court of record.
• Record and maintain all court sessions.
• Review, maintain, and purge all past court files.
• Performs related duties.

Benefits

• Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

What This Job Offers

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