Deputy Register

Macomb County Government•Simsbury, CT

10d•$41,328 - $53,455•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of court functions in support of an assigned area within the Probate Court. Prepares and processes court documents required in setting cases for hearing and carrying out directions of the judge. Assists the public and attorneys in procedures relative to matters under the statutory jurisdiction of the Probate Court. Processes and reviews legal Court documents and forms for completion accuracy. Provides general clerical duties and customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent
Two (2) years of clerical experience
Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license, operable automobile and insurance

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or higher
Previous experience within a court or legal setting
Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

Responsibilities

Assists attorneys and the general public in person and by telephone regarding the processing of Probate matters, and provides the appropriate information regarding the inquiry.
Reviews legal documents filed by attorneys and the public to ensure the documents meet statutory, court rule, and Probate Court Division procedural requirements for filing.
Reviews orders following court hearings and processes accordingly.
Types and processes casework reports and other correspondence from written copy.
Reviews case files to ensure that proper documents have been filed, and initiates the necessary action to see that files are in proper order.
Reviews case files at time of closing to ensure that files are complete and accurate, and initiates action to correct any deficiencies prior to closing.
Records any statistics which are required for the assigned area.
Performs cashiering functions, including but not limited to, the issuing of change and receipts. Counting money, balancing the register, receipts and disbursements. Preparing bank deposit slips and posting data to accounts.
Receives payment of statutory fees, prepares receipts, and prepares Transmittal Advice for the County Treasurer.
Receives checks and/or cash from the public in person or by mail and records amounts received.
Sorts and processes incoming mail and answers routine inquiries.
Copies and handles legal forms, orders, correspondence and reports as directed.
Maintains inventory of forms and supplies and reorders as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned.