Deputy Court Clerk I

Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today! Description Are you a seasoned clerical assistant or do you have some experience in court procedures? Chatham County Juvenile Court seeks a Deputy Court Clerk I to join our team, offering an opportunity to utilize your expertise in routine clerical tasks, case file management, and public assistance within a legal setting. Examples of Duties Perform routine clerical work relating to the operation of courts. Examine, process, prepare, and maintain case files to include other legal documents such as complaints, petitions, subpoenas, summons, and court orders. Process payments, maintain a cash drawer, prepare monthly reports, and attend court. Assist the public by phone and in person. May be required to work after hours. Perform tasks under tight deadlines and stressful situations. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, and At least two (2) years of general clerical experience, or One (1) year of experience in a court-related environment; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Selected candidates will be required to complete keyboarding and clerical testing during the interview process. Must be bondable. During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team. In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing. Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications. Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity , religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.