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This position works for JP 1; Answers telephone and assists the public with filing Small Claims, JP Civil, Debt Recovery, Tax Suits and Eviction cases; Issues a variety of civil processes and writs. Notary public for Midland County documents; Enters and scans filed cases into the computer. Has the ability to take over the duties in the absence of the Criminal Clerk. Answers phone and assist the public with filing Small Claims, Debt Recovery, Tax Suits, JP Civil and Eviction cases in Pct 1. Issues a variety of civil processes and writs. Notary public for Midland County documents. Enters and scans filed cases into the computer. Prepares all types of civil bench trial and jury trials. Prepares destruction orders, Tow hearings and occupational license hearings, as directed. Issues receipts for criminal and civil cases. Prepare certified copies of court documents. Prepares appeals in all civil cases. Maintains Judges calendar for all types of hearings and appointments. Maintains all incoming civil correspondence and takes appropriate actions. Sorts and distributes mail in the absence of Criminal Clerk. Take over the duties of the Criminal Clerk when necessary. Prepares credit card payments from the website. Assists with duties at the front counter for both Civil and Criminal. Prepares deposits and takes credit card payments. Regular and timely attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or its equivalent. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE OF

Standard office practices and procedures; Principles of customer service.

SKILL/ABILITY TO

Operate computers, including word processing and spreadsheet applications; Prioritize tasks to be assigned and completed; Read and understand manuals, codes, statutes, journals, memos, etc.; Write letters and memos; Make change, perform basic mathematical calculations; Operate office equipment, such as copy machine and facsimile machine; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds, such as files, stacks of records, or other similar objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus, for computer and other responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.