What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Clerk position at City of Hooks - Hooks, Texas?
Description of responsibilities:
- The court clerk is responsible for performing administrative and clerical duties related to the operation of the municipal court. This position maintains accurate court records, processes citations and court payments, assists the public, schedules court proceedings, and ensures compliance with applicable laws, court rules and municipal policies.
- maintain and update court records, files, and databases accurately.
- process citations, complaints, warrants, and other court related documens.
- Schedule court hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.
- collect and process fines, court costs, fees, and other payments.
- Enter and update case information in the court management system.
- Prepare reorts and maintain court statistics as required.
- Ensure court documents are properly filed, maintained, and secured.
- Maintain confidentiality of court records and sensitive information.
- Follow applicable state laws, court procedures, and city policies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- high school diploma or GED.
- prior clerical, administrative, customer service, or court experience preferred.
- strong written and verbal communication skills.
- proficiency in basic computer applications and data entry.
- ability to maintain accurate records and handle financial transactions.
- strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- ability to communicate professionally with the public and maintain confidentiality.
- ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
This roll is a part time position with possibility of full time if you are interested and have qualifications in Code enforcement also.
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18