JP Court Case Manager - Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3

Fort Bend County • Sugar Land, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking a JP Court Case Manager to join their team. This role involves managing civil and criminal court documents, processing requests, collecting fees, and maintaining data accuracy. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal system, strong computer and organizational skills, and the ability to interact effectively with the public and officials. Fort Bend County is committed to diversity, inclusivity, and providing a high quality of life for its employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2 years of job related experience within a legal system.
• Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM).
• Excellent research, organizational, and written skills.
• Interpersonal skills and must have ability to interact with the public, employees and elected officials.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Justice of the Peace Court preferred.

Responsibilities

• Service customers; reviews and processes requests in person, by telephone, fax and/or mail.
• Collects and receipts fees over the counter and by mail; acts as a cashier.
• Inputs data into the computer data base in order for the Justice Courts to have easy access to the information.
• Manages civil and criminal court documents by preparing, filing, processing, entering, issuing, recording and setting dockets according to cases filed.
• Prepares, files, assigns, and dockets new civil and criminal cases based on office policy and state statute to ensure accuracy of filings.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of documents, data and courtroom proceedings.
• Maintains knowledge, understanding and proficiency of case management to minimize errors.
• Trains, instructs and evaluates subordinates.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

What This Job Offers

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