Job Posting for Court Clerk at Bexar County

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing County Courts-at-Law case files and documents; oversees Assistant Court Clerks; maintains dockets; prepares correspondence; prepares official documents; coordinates court appearances; administers oaths; performs data entry; answers telephones; maintains files; makes certified copies; and performs related duties as required.

Maintains hearing, jury and non-jury trial daily dockets
Prepares court correspondence
Prepares and issues legal documents which may include court orders, judgments, warrants, subpoenas, requests for Abstracts of Judgment and Writs of Execution and Possession, court ordered personal service on delinquent estates or requests for psychiatric examinations
Coordinates the appearance of parties for cases scheduled on the daily docket
Administers oaths and takes proofs for parties involved in individual cases
Performs data entry and computer research of individual case, court date and dismissal or appeal information
Answers questions in person and by telephone regarding court procedures
Maintains case files
Makes certified copies of legal documents
Prepares court case reports and statistics
May calculate and accept fees and court costs for court orders
Performs other duties as required

High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and three (3) years judicial system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Good knowledge of civil, criminal or probate courtroom procedures; good knowledge of basic legal terminology; good knowledge of alphabetic and numeric file maintenance
Skill in understanding and applying State Judicial Code
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to accurately enter data; ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; ability to operate personal computer, typewriter and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, attorneys and the general public
Must secure and maintain Criminal Justice Information Service Certification and Bexar County Information System Certification (security clearances); must secure and maintain Bexar County Information System certification
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

Constantly working in indoor conditions
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 15 pounds
Occasionally moves about the office
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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