Assistant Court Clerk- Criminal

Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Makes and maintains an accurate, permanent record of all court proceedings, and issues all process emanating from the Court.
• Acts as liaison between the District Clerk and the Court.
• Strives to achieve optimum efficiency and to accomplish the goals of the District Clerk’s office, as outlined in the organizational Strategic Plan and Mission Statement.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected]

Requirements

All applicants must register and take theHRRM Clerical Skills Testandscore a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. and 90% accuracy.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test

Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.

Education:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to follow directions from judges, managers, and supervisors.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of MS Outlook.
• No prior conviction for any felony or crime of moral turpitude.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize work and must be detail oriented.
• Must be able to work overtime without prior notification including correcting problems after normal business hours, which may require returning to the job site.
• Must be able to manage stress, work in a fast-paced environment, and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Must possess clear and legible handwriting.
• Must be eligible for employment in the United States.
• Testing will be required.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality when required.

NOTE:Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

• Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing
• Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months
• You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours
• Click the above link to the HRRM Clerical Skills Test registration page
• You will haveno more than 5 calendar daysto access and complete testing
• Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application
• The test may be taken once every 30 days

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time
• Monday-Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 pay periods
• $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offeredonlyto employees inregular(full-time)positions:

• Dental
• Wellness
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Long-term disability
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Flexible schedules (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
• Retirement pension (TCDRS)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.