Court Clerk Assistant
Company: City of Austin, TX
Location: Austin
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Position Information Position Information Posting Title Court Clerk
Assistant Job Requisition Number COA088229 Position Number 100709
Job Type Full-Time Division Name Municipal Court Minimum
Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: * Graduation
from an accredited high school or equivalent plus four (4) years of
related experience OR * Associates degree plus two (2) years of
related experience Licenses and Certifications Required: * None
Notes to Applicants Employment Application: The City of Austin
employment application is an official document; incomplete
applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on
the application all current and previous employment that you wish
to be considered as part of your qualifications. * The Employment
Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job
duties, functions and responsibilities for each position held.
Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from
your application. * Rsums will not be accepted and statements such
as "see rsum" will not be accepted. You may use "N/A" for fields
that are not applicable. * Please note that Austin Municipal Court
may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of
the initial advertisement. * Once the job posting has closed,
applications cannot be changed. Additional Information: Skills
assessments may be used to determine selection for interview
process after initial applicant review. This position will require
a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) Working
with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare
benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time,
a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and
more. Please click HERE for more information. This position is
eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSF) Program. This
program is a federal program that is intended to encourage
individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of
their federal student loans. To learn more about the Court Clerk
Assistant positions at Austin Municipal Court, please watch this
videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=944iAG0EMys Pay Range $21.38 -
$24.03 Hours Please note: Schedule may include days, evenings,
nights, weekends and/or holidays. Municipal Court is a 24 hour, 7
days per week business operation. Schedule/location may change
based upon business needs Job Close Date 02/27/2023 Type of Posting
External Department Municipal Court Regular/Temporary Regular Grant
Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional
Location 6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Ste 175 Austin, TX 78744
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: * Experience
handling monetary transactions (cash, credit card, checks, money
orders, etc.) * Experience performing multiple tasks using multiple
computer programs (such as: Word, Database systems, Excel Duties,
Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions,
pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the
following. Other related duties may be assigned. * Responds to
customers regarding legal options to satisfy cases, including
fines, trials or hearings, drivers safety, deferred dispositions,
warrants, extensions, jail bond outs, posting of bonds, filing
motions and others as appropriate to criminal and administrative
case types. * Updates case files in the Court's case management
system as contact is made with customers, judges, prosecutors,
defense attorneys, witnesses and others. * Applies payments as
appropriate, balances cash drawers, and prepares deposits of
considerable amounts of money daily. Reviews financial information
and applications to negotiate with customers to set-up payment
plans to include weekly monitoring. * Coordinates with prosecutors
and police officers their availability to schedule hearings, trials
and appearances on dockets. * Prepares official court documents to
prepare for court cases. Prepares cases for transfer to other
courts as appropriate. Contacts defendants, prosecutors, defense
attorneys, officers and others regarding court appearances and
non-compliance issues. Researches names, addresses and telephone
numbers of defendants using various databases to facilitate contact
and case compliance. * Assists judge in courtroom, monitors and
attends to juror needs, coordinate courtroom activity (including
maintaining order). * Generates complaints (official charging
instruments), prepares summons and subpoenas, and prepare paperwork
such as defendants histories for use at appearance docket. *
Monitors cases for compliance, process cases in accordance with
legal requirements, and prepares documentation for judges and
prosecutors, including warrant of arrest. * Compiles
data/information, tracks and monitors for performance measures
and/or reports; * Investigates and recommends resolution of
procedural and operational problems. Responsibilities - Supervisor
and/or Leadership Exercised: * None. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and
experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without
reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job
can be performed. * Knowledge of appropriate laws, policy or
procedures dependent on circumstances. * Knowledge of court
proceedings. * Knowledge of city practices, policy and procedures.
* Skill in oral and written communication. * Skill in handling
multiple tasks and prioritizing. * Skill in using computers and
related software. * Skill in data analysis and problem solving. *
Ability to handle hostile or difficult customers. * Ability to
retain knowledge of historical laws and procedures. * Ability to
perform basic mathematical calculations. * Ability to use document
scanners and related software applications. * Ability to
communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals
utilizing tact and diplomacy. * Ability to establish and maintain
good working relationships with other City employees and the
public. * Ability to exercise discretion in confidential matters.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved
for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is
committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the application
process or have a question regarding an essential job function,
please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The
City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or
employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender
identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual
orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in
employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS
Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate
against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV
infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be
at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee
within the department, are in good standing and meet both the
minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an
initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are
indicated with an asterisk (*). * * This position requires
graduation from High School or equivalent plus four (4) years of
related experience or an Associates degree plus two (2) years of
related experience. Do you meet the minumum qualifcations for this
position? * Yes * No * * If identified as a top candidate, do you
agree to a criminal background check (CBI)? * Yes * No * * Please
list all days and/or hours that you cannot regularly work. (Open
Ended Question) * * Do you have job related experience handling
cash? * Yes * No * * Do you have experience using a computer in the
work place? * Yes * No * * Do you have customer service experience?
* Yes * No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents *
Resume Optional Documents * Cover Letter
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