Job Information
Berrien County County Clerk - Deputy Circuit Court Clerk I in St Joseph, Michigan
Deputy Circuit Court Clerk I
- $30,499 - $34,307/ Year
- Full Benefits Package
Duties:
- Performs clerical, bookkeeping and secretarial tasks within the office of the County Clerk, including maintenance of an accurate record and information retention system.
- Responds to confidential requests for information from citizens, attorneys and others.
- Provides information, collects fees and prepares certified documents.
- Enters, updates and retrieves information utilizing a computerized recordkeeping system.
- Processes charges and payments of fees; posts payments manually and by computer; balances receipts.
- Prepares and processes various records and documents; ensures appropriate documentation is prepared, signed and distributed.
- May schedule hearings and case conferences.
- Receives and reviews case files to determine applicable hearing; notifies all parties to be present at hearings and instructs them of court date and procedures.
- May substitute for court clerks on a needs basis.
- This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of office experience, preferably in a legal or governmental organization.
- Additional coursework in legal office administration, business or related areas is preferred.