Judge's Secretary/Court Coordinator

Somervell County • Somervell County, TX

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About The Position

The Judge’s Secretary/Court Coordinator provides support services to the County Judge’s Office. The role serves members of the public by phone and in person, maintains office records and schedules, and supports Commissioner’s Court and misdemeanor court processes. The position is non-exempt and is in the Judge’s Office.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of secretarial or administrative assistant experience.
• Good telephone, computer, and office skills, including the ability to use a copy machine and calculator.
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to the public by phone and in person about county contacts, services, and the Judge’s schedule.
• Copy, scan, and type documents and maintain records as needed.
• Compile and prepare Commissioner’s Court agenda items.
• Prepare the monthly court docket and inform the Judge of upcoming cases.
• Notify defendants, attendants, attorneys, and bail bondsmen of court dates and times.
• Meet legal time requirements for posting Commissioner’s Court notices and agendas and delivering misdemeanor court notices.
• Maintain the schedule for courtroom use and conference-room bookings.
• Attend work consistently and punctually.
• Work appropriately with others and work well under supervision, receiving instructions, feedback, coaching, counseling, and/or action or discipline.
• Adhere to all Somervell County policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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