Court Clerk

6 days ago

Red Oak, TX, United States City of Glenn Heights, TX Full time
Salary : $43,053.00 - $61,383.00 Annually
Location : Glenn Heights, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20251204
Department: Municipal Court
Opening Date: 12/04/2025

Job Description

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions may include the following. Must possess required knowledge skills, abilities and experience and to be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Other related duties may be assigned.

  • Provides customer service by answering incoming phone calls, responding to questions, providing requested information and documents, processing citations, assisting the public at the customer service window(s), setting court dates, assisting with deferred disposition and driving safety course options, assisting with compliance options, and receiving payment of fines, fees and costs.
  • Provides administrative services by accurately filing citations and other court documents within the court's established filing system; by maintaining daily operational statistics for data and trending reports; maintaining and balancing a cash drawer daily; and assisting the Municipal Court Administrator, other Clerical Court Staff, the Municipal Court Judge, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Officers, as needed.
  • Provides data entry services by entering citation information into the court's case management software system and maintaining the constantly changing status and actions of court cases in the court's case management software system.
  • Prepares sworn complaints against individuals for Class C misdemeanor offenses. Prepares court notices, summons, and subpoenas for service. Prepares other related documents for trial and/or collection of fines, fees, and costs.
  • Corresponds with attorneys and other court-related departments and divisions in the course of carrying out duties and assignments by mail, email, fax, and phone.
  • Receives incoming correspondence and requests, requiring acute decision-making skills to determine the appropriate court operation/action to perform or apply to assist in moving court cases accurately through the Municipal Court process.
  • Prepare court dockets for preliminary hearings and trials.
  • Maintains trial dockets by preparing dockets, notifying defendants, attorneys, officers, complainants and witnesses, preparing and mailing subpoenas, selecting names of prospective jurors, preparing summons and assisting the prosecutor where needed.
  • Attend court sessions on scheduled court dates to provide assistance to the judge, prosecutor, attending attorneys and defendants.
  • Update status on warrants and prepare warrants for delinquent citations.
  • Always maintain confidentiality with regard to all court files.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Typical Duties
Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Municipal Court Administrator, the Court Clerk facilitates the continuing daily operation of the City's Municipal Court. The employee is required to maintain specialized knowledge of intricate court operations and Texas statutes addressing or affecting offenses within the Municipal Court's jurisdiction while possessing strong organizational and basic accounng skills. This position does not include the supervision of other employees.

Education & Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED, and
  • One (1) year of relevant work experience required. Training in municipal court operations, or a related field is preferred.
  • TMCEC Level I Court Clerk Certification preferred; or ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
  • *Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Advanced record keeping skills including understanding of the Public Information Act
  • Comprehensive knowledge of court policies, practices, procedures, and legal terminology related to the Court system.
  • Basic accounting and cash management skills for receiving and recording the payment of fines.
  • Proficient with the usage of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of problem solving, conflict management, and customer relations techniques
  • Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
  • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
  • Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
  • Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
  • Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.
  • Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, documents, and correspondence.
  • Working well under pressure and exercising tact in trying situations.
  • Effectively communicating in both oral and written format.
  • Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Comprehensive understanding of all City safety rules and operating procedures
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Work is primarily performed in a standard, climate-controlled office setting.
  • Requires prolonged periods of sitting, with frequent standing and walking.
  • Frequent use of hand and fingers to operate computers and other office equipment.
  • Visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens.
  • Verbal and auditory ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
  • Occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, or pulling to access materials or equipment.
  • Ability to lift 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible weights frequently.
  • Ability to operate a city or personal vehicle for business purposes.

*This employer participates in E-Verify.

Please access the provided link for additional information regarding E-Verify:
Insurance:
HEALTH
Choice of three medical plans to include a High Deductible Health Plan and two PPO plan options.
Employee Only coverage on the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) / Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan will be paid 100% by the City.

DENTAL
Employee Only premiums are paid at 100% by the City. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee.

VISION
Coverage is offered at the expense of the employee.

BASIC LIFE/ AD & D
The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of $20,000, and covers spouses for $5,000 and dependent children for $2,000. Additional coverage may be purchased at the expense of the employee.

MUTUAL OF OMAHA
Employees may elect to be covered under various supplemental policies at their own expense.

DISCOVERY
Employees are eligible to open a flexible spending account (also known as a reimbursement account), which allows for pre-tax payroll deductions for certain types of unreimbursed medical, and/or dependent care expenses.
Retirement:
TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 6% mandatory contribution with the city match of 2:1. The program requires five (5) years to become vested, with 25 years retirement at any age. For more information contact TMRS at

ICMA-RC 457
This is an optional deferred compensation plan. Employees may contribute up to the IRS limit into this plan. For more information please visit

Other Benefits:
VACATION
All full-time employees accrue one workday per month, based on longevity.

SICK LEAVE
All full-time employees accrue one workday per month.

HOLIDAYS/PERSONAL DAYS
Employees receive 9 paid holidays and two personal days per year. Fire employees receive 10 paid holidays and one personal day per year.

  • Court Clerk

    2 days ago

    Oak Harbor, United States Government Jobs Full time

    Court ClerkEmployee in this position performs the technical and clerical work in the administrative support of the court including providing information and assistance to the public as provided by state statute. Position is open until filled.Job DutiesPrepares new case files for infraction and criminal citations as received from law enforcement using DISCIS...

  • Police Records Clerk

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Park, United States Government Jobs Full time

    Police Records ClerkTo perform a wide variety of specialized clerical duties in support of the Police Department including processing and maintaining documents, correspondence and coding reports; and to provide information and assistance to the public.Receives general supervision from the Police Records Supervisor.Essential duties and responsibilities may...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    6 days ago

    Oak Brook, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • Dock and Mailroom

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, IL, United States IST Management Full time

    Dock And Mailroom - Office Services Clerk IST Management is seeking a Dock and Mailroom - Office Services Clerk for the Oak Brook team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in corporate mailroom services, display an excellent customer service mindset, have a valid driver's license, are willing to train, and are ready to grow in their professional...

  • CYP Operations Clerk

    6 days ago

    Oak Harbor, Washington, United States Navy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Full time $40,000 - $70,000 per year

    SummaryNavy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers Child Development Care (birth to five) and School Age Care (age 5-12) in center-based programs, and recreational environments (teen; youth sports and fitness). CYP Operations Clerk are front line representatives and administrative liaisons. They manage the CYP waitlist, coordinate enrollment, oversee...