Deputy Court Clerk
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Deputy Court Clerk to join our team at the Vigo County Clerk's Office. As a key member of our staff, you will be responsible for preparing and maintaining accurate court records, providing exceptional customer service, and assisting the public.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and maintain accurate court records, including processing incoming and outgoing mail, filing loose papers and filings, and preparing new case files.
- Provide exceptional customer service, answering telephone calls, greeting office visitors, and responding to inquiries.
- Process various court orders, including preparing orders received from courts, providing copies of orders, and distributing to all involved parties.
- Maintain files and filing systems, including maintaining files in chronological order and performing various clerical duties.
- Perform duties of co-workers as needed or to maintain department operations.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to meet all employer and Department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
- Working knowledge of standard office procedures and computer software programs used by the Clerk's Office.
- Working knowledge of standard policies, practices, and legal requirements of the Department.
- Knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, attorneys, and the public.
- Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.
The incumbent performs duties in a standard office environment and/or court room, involving sitting/walking at will, sitting for long periods, lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, keyboarding, handling/grasping objects, speaking clearly, and hearing sounds/communication.
About Vigo CountyVigo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, flexible spending account plans, 457 plans, life insurance, and others.