Records Clerk/Cashier

State of Nebraska • Lexington, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Records Clerk/Cashier performs clerical work in a county court under immediate supervision and under the supervision of a clerk magistrate, a clerk of court, or a division manager. The position supports an assigned court service area, which may include criminal/traffic, civil/small claims, or probate, guardian conservator, and adoption matters. Work includes responding to routine inquiries, checking files and information for accuracy and missing details, processing motions, maintaining records, entering data, and receiving fees, fines, and other payments. Specific assignments may vary according to department business needs.

The position is located at 700 North Washington, Lexington, Nebraska 68850. The hiring rate is $16.954 per hour, with a stated starting salary of $35,264.16 annually. A 2.5% pay increase may follow successful completion of probation for employees starting at the hiring rate. Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to management approval. Employees approved to start at or above the Minimum Permanent rate are not eligible for the post-probation increase. Annual cost-of-living adjustments, applied July 1, are subject to State Legislature approval.

The Judicial Branch does not sponsor STEM (Form I-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Knowledge of computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of criminal coding concepts.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Knowledge of data entry techniques.
• Knowledge of criminal history information.
• Skill in providing customer service and maintaining records.
• Skill in performing data entry and operating standard office equipment.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in reviewing reports for accuracy.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction from coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
• All educational credits must be from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to internal and external customers by answering phones, greeting walk-in visitors, responding to information requests, and answering routine questions.
• Collect fees, fines, and other payments.
• Receive, process, sort, file, and distribute correspondence, materials, billings, payments, deliveries, mail, drop paperwork, and other applicable documents.
• Enter information into court databases and other computerized systems to maintain court records and information and process court motions.
• Prepare, record, and maintain information; verify files and information for accuracy and ensure appropriate corrections.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Benefits

• 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance
• Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase
• Short-term and long-term disability available to purchase
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• State match of 156% of the first 4.8% contribution to the retirement plan
• Free $20,000 life insurance policy
• Optional life insurance and AD&D available to purchase
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation and sick leave accruing immediately
• Military leave
• Funeral/bereavement leave
• Paid training
• Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications
• Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education
• Opportunity for bilingual pay

What This Job Offers

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