JOB ANNOUNCEMENT TEMPORARY FULL TIME POSITION
Job Title/Code:
Clerk 1 - Municipal Court/01245
Salary:
$29,274.63
Issue Date:
April 9, 2024
Workweek:
35 hours
Jurisdiction:
Bridgeton, NJ
DEFINITION
Under close supervision, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; does other related duties as required. Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
- Maintains prepared mailing lists.
- Sorts, indexes, and files checks, cash stubs, vouchers, requisitions and other materials, numerically, alphabetically, or according to other predetermined classification; maintains such files.
- Receives applications, documents, forms, and fees; screens, sorts, and assembles this information for further processing.
- May wrap packages for shipment by mail or express.
- Assembles materials for distribution.
- Hand stamps letters, papers, and other documents. When assigned to a court,
- learns to prepare the docket (or schedule) of cases to be called and to contact witnesses, attorneys, and other parties to collect or provide information
- learns to call court to order, administer oaths to jurors, witnesses, court officers, and others, and
- announce postponements and adjournments of the court
- assists the judge both on the bench and in the chambers.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this title perform routine clerical work within a structured work setting. Duties are performed using well-established operating procedures. Incumbents work under very close supervision and clearly defined guidelines. The exercise of independent judgment is limited due to the nature of work.
NJ CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION FULL JOB SPECIFICATION IS AVAILABLE AT
; https://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/01245.htm Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units after a period of training. Computes and record tax, utilities and other payments. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
EOE Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$29,274.63 per year
Work Location:
In person