Municipal Court Clerk
The City of Lorena is accepting applications for the position of Municipal Court Clerk.
Salary depending on experience.
Job Description
Provide a variety of administrative, customer service and clerical functions for the Municipal Court and other duties as assigned, process legal documents and payments, review and enter data. Assist customers by answering questions, providing explanation of court procedures, accepting payments, creating payment plans, post and balance payments and accurately reconcile daily cash transactions, obtaining information and answering telephones.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma (GED), Computer Knowledge of standard procedures (Work, Excel), filing, preparing reports, scheduling of trials, handling of cash, ability to maintain confidentiality of court and work-related issues, ability to work with public and handle adverse situations in a courteous manner. Spanish speaking a plus. Ability of lifting objects up to 20 pounds to move records, may also require stooping, kneeling, bending for filing of court dockets and records.
Education, Certification and Experience Required:
Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent
Possession of a valid Texas Class C Driver's license
Possession of a Texas Municipal Court Level 1 Certification, or obtain within two years of employment
One year of court experience preferred
Special Requirements:
Must complete Texas Municipal Court Training thru TMCEC within 1 year of employment if no court experience