What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk position at Virginia Juvenile & Domestic Relations Distr...?
The Deputy Clerk (Grade 8) is assigned operational responsibilities in a multi-jurisdiction office with frequent deadlines. Ensures court’s instructions are executed and that legal papers are prepared with accuracy and in accordance with appropriate policies and procedures.
This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, retirement, life insurance, deferred compensation and short- and long-term disability. Some benefits based on part-time status.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to; preparing detailed court documents in accordance with established guidelines, automated case management system data entry, scheduling matters for court, preparing correspondence, filing court documents, daily docket preparation and attending court sessions, assessing fines and costs, receipting payments, general bookkeeping, preparation of daily cash settlement and bank deposit slips, and the ability to deliver a high degree of customer service to the public. Must be able to multitask and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by management. This is a small office and applicant must be a team player, self-reliant and be able to work independently.
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Most competitive applicants will have knowledge of the court system. Applicant should possess significant knowledge, skills and ability in time management and customer service. Applicant must have the ability to explain procedures in a clear and easy to understand manner in person, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and have an advanced knowledge of office automation systems and computer software required, specifically in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. The ideal candidate must have experience working in a team environment with extreme flexibility. Accurate data entry and computer skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
Court experience in the Commonwealth of Virginia, office experience, customer service experience and experience handling money preferred.
Special Requirements
State application, resume and cover letter required.
STATE APPLICATION MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
STATE APPLICATION MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Special Instructions to Applicants
A resume and cover letter are required. Applicants must apply online; we do not accept documents via mail or email. Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the filling of the position. No phone calls or e-mails regarding application status. The Virginia Judicial System is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Applicants who need accommodations for an interview should request this in advance by emailing humanresources@vacourts.gov. All candidates are subject to a criminal history background check before being offered employment.
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