Summary Court Specialist

Company: Government jobs
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Description

This position will require processing of court related documents such as arrest warrants, traffic summons, compliance notices, subpoenas, evictions, orders and all applicable material on behalf of the Magistrate.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $17.26 - $26.36

Applicants selected must complete a SLED background check and will be required to work the Day Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P. M. (Also includes some night shift work as well as weekend rotation.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records and dockets of traffic, criminal and civil court proceedings. Balance and reconcile monthly bank statements on accounts.Provides scheduling of all motion hearings, bench trials, jury trials and pretrial conferences and attend all sessions of court.Provides overall administrative support to the Magistrate.Answer all internal and external requests regarding dispositions of cases and procedures of the Summary Courts.Work well with the public and assists with court filings and applications.Communicate and coordinates regularly with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.Ensure courts compliance with State Law and local ordinances.Input all case related data including filings, dispositions, party information and event scheduling into the case management system. Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or GED), preference given to post high school education. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discipline. Applicant must have the capacity to work well with limited supervision and as part of a team.

Applicant must be proficient with typing skills and keyboarding.Applicant must have excellent knowledge in computer application and technology.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Thirteen (13) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being ProgramFor more information, visit our benefits page.

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