Salary : $43,618.76 - $47,108.24 Annually
Location : Georgetown: 405 MLK, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.02809
Department: District Clerk
Opening Date: 09/24/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to Chief Deputy District Clerk, responsible for performing complex duties supporting various courts for the District Clerks Office and overseeing work of Jury Specialists, if needed.
THIS IS CURRENTLY A GRANT POSITION. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Performs detailed tasks related to jury impaneling Assists in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports Collaborates with judges and attorneys Responsible for calendar of juries requested for County and District Courts Responsible for processing payments to jurors Creates lists of jurors for individual court cases as requested by the Courts Manages the online notification to jurors via email and text message of their court assignment and/or excusal Files, scans, and processes legal documents for permanent record Provides high level of customer service to internal and external customers, both in-person and over the phone Performs detailed legal procedures associated with the receipt, review, processing and maintenance of court documents and case files Utilizes legal reference materials to perform research related to current laws and procedures Prepares a variety of reports related to case management and compliance Cross-trains for departmental coverage Attends all trainings and meetings as needed Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS Reports directly to - Chief Deputy District Clerk Direct Reports - No PHYSICAL DEMANDSPosition involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSWork is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment IRREGULAR HOURS Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.
This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalent Three (3) years of clerical experience, including cash handling and customer service One (1) year of experience working in a lead or supervisory capacity Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required within thirty (30) days of employmentValid Texas driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Two (2) years of experience working in a Williamson County District Clerk position Three (3) years of cash handling experience Prior experience working in a legal or government capacity Prior experience with records management and e-Filing procedures Extensive knowledge of Microsoft applications EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: No Drug screening: No Physical exam: No Psychological exam: No Additional: N/A SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed.
Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days.
The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626.
Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at .
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace.
The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.)
and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.)
prohibited on all Williamson County premises.
Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families.
These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.
The County also provides retirement benefits.
Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation).
In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays.
For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.
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Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?
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Do you possess at least three (3) years of clerical experience in a professional office environment, including cash handling and customer service experience?
Yes No
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Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Teams and One Drive?
Yes No
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Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?
Yes No
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Do you possess prior experience working in a legal or government capacity?
Yes No
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Do you possess prior experience with records management and e-Filing procedures?
Yes No
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Reliable attendance is a critical component to being successful in this role.
Please give examples of your dependability with regards to attendance.
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We work with a great deal of confidential information.
Describe how you have handled sensitive information in your past work experience and what strategies you utilized to maintain confidentiality.
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Please provide a brief statement introducing yourself and illustrate why you should be considered as the most qualified individual for this position.
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