Justice of the Peace Court Clerk

Under general supervision, the Justice Court Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties and provides administrative support to the Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 1.

Key responsibilities of the Justice Court Clerk position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Enters information into Harris County’s Odyssey and interfaces with Justice Information Management System (JIMS) computer systems.
• Answers multi-line phone and directs calls where appropriate.
• Performs extensive data entry and filing.
• Receives and properly applies county funds for traffic and criminal cases and is responsible for balancing all financial transaction at the end of the day.
• Updates and scans case records and files cases.
• Assists the Judge in court as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; and
• A minimum of two (2) years of full-time Justice of the Peace experience, including knowledge with legal procedures, terminology, the court system, and customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and related software comprised of Microsoft Windows and Word.
• Detail oriented and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Must be punctual, dependable and have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment; remain calm and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work well with other staff members and the public.

• Experience as a Paralegal, working in a law office or a court.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese.

HOURS:

• 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Monday – Friday

SALARY:

• Commensurate with Experience
• Based on 26 Pay Periods

• Please go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/harriscountytx/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=998426
• Select the HRRM Clerical Skills Test.
• Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing.
• You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours.
• Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application.

NOTE:

• Test scores are valid for 6 months from the test date and will be applied to any position(s) that require clerical testing.
• Applicants are allowed to take the "HRRM Clerical Skills Test" once every 30 days.