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Municipal Court Clerk
$41,184 - $41,184/Yr
City Of Crowley - Crowley, TX
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Crowley, TX
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The Municipal Court Clerk is responsible for performing clerical and quasi-judicial administrative functions within the municipal court under the general direction of the Court Administrator. This role involves managing court records, preparing legal documents, and assisting the public with inquiries related to court operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform complicated administrative duties and clerical functions requiring discretion and specialized knowledge of court operations.
- Enter citations and complaints, maintaining all records pertaining to each case.
- Prepare complaints for State Law and City Ordinance violations.
- Prepare search warrants and arrest warrants for Judges' signatures.
- Administer oaths and affidavits, affixing the seal of the Court.
- Schedule cases for hearings and verify the Court Docket before court sessions.
- Notify defendants, jurors, and police officers of court appearances.
- Maintain current status on each case filed.
- Assist customers with questions regarding tickets and payment of fines.
- Collect fines, fees, bonds, and miscellaneous cash receipts.
- Write and balance cash receipts and prepare deposits when necessary.
- Deal courteously and effectively with customers and other city employees.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Four years of general business and clerical experience involving public contact.
- Two years of experience in Municipal Court.
- Texas Municipal Court Clerks Certification Level I (preferred).
- Notary Public or able to obtain.
- Must be able to be bonded.
- Must attend 12 hours of continued education each year.
Nice-to-haves
- Municipal Court Clerk Certification Level I (preferred)
Benefits
- 457(b) retirement plan
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
