What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Clerk position at Bridgeport Probate Court?
ASSISTANT CLERK POSITION
The Bridgeport Probate Court is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Clerk. The position is full time (35 hours per week), court hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 to 5pm and Fridays 8:30 to 4pm. Starting at $19.88 an hour. Excellent benefits including health insurance, pension plan, paid sick and vacation time.
Description of duties:
Assists in the review and processing of a variety of Probate matters including decedents estates, trusts, conservatorship and guardianship matters, commitments, terminations, adoptions; reviews fiduciary accountings; reviews and responds to inquiries from the public; coordinates and arranges appointment of counsel; schedules hearings; prepares file notes for the Judge; coordinates service of notice, including publication and certified mail notice; scans, stores, retrieves and destroys official court records in accordance with policies and procedures; acts as liaison with other state and governmental agencies; monitors compliance with pertinent laws, statutes and rules of practice; prepares correspondence, memos and decrees; performs related duties as required.
Bilingual (Spanish) encouraged to apply.
2 years probate experience or similar field.
Educational substitutions allowed:
1. College training may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of 15 semester hours equaling ½ year of experience.
2. A Master’s degree or law degree may be substituted for one additional year of general experience
No Phone Call Inquiries
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.88 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location