Part-Time Court Clerk

The City of Florence is recruiting for a Part Time Court Clerk. Applicants can submit applications via Cardinal Services at https://employee.cardinal-services.com/Jobboard. 

The Florence Municipal Court is seeking applicants to fill a part time entry-level position. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work in a dynamic office environment, provide excellent customer service, and can work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• High level of Professionalism
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and understanding of legal terms.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver's License and Clean driving record to drive City Vehicles.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and judgment in dealing with sensitive or confidential information.
• Timely and regular attendance is required.
• Ability to pass a background check and/or a criminal history check. Ability to meet LEDS certification requirements.

Job Duties:

• Prepares dockets and case files before court as necessary.
• Checks defendants in for case hearings, and processes paperwork during and after court for dependents.
• Prepare courtroom and attend court sessions, including occasional night sessions. May act as Jury Bailiff.
• Provide court support to ensure accurate processing of defendant's cases through the court system.
• Prepare and process court files, tickets, show cause papers, failure to appear and other court activity. Enters and clears suspensions and warrants according to court procedures. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all court activity files.
• Enter citations and payments into computerized information system; accurately track all activity associated with each citation. Transfer of information between involved parties and agencies.
• Maintain ledger of bails, bail refunds and forfeitures. Compile monthly overdue violation accounts and report to court's collection agency.
• Coordinates juror activities; prepares mailings, processes petitions and provides orientation information to jurors.

Schedule: 2-3 days per week, 8am-5pm.

Rate of Pay: $14.50-16.50-per hour