Qureos Mentor

County of Lexington

**MUST APPLY ON COUNTY WEBSITE www.lex-co.com/Applications **Job Overview:Provides essential administrative, procedural, financial and case management support to the Magistrate Court. Ensures efficient daily operations of the court, handles critical records and legal documents. Performs specialized legal duties related to misdemeanor criminal and traffic related charges; civil filings; bond hearings and preliminary hearings of behalf of the Magistrate Court. Schedules court dates and monitors cases from filing through adjudication. Assists Magistrates with legal research and in the courtroom during trials. Serves as a point of contact for Magistrates, law enforcement, defendants, attorneys, victims, jurors, court personnel and the general public, providing assistance and information as needed, including but not limited to court procedures, case status and other court related matters.Case Management:Manages and maintains accurate court records by preparing arrest warrants, case files, court orders, juror records, and other legal documents.<ul><li>Prepares files for criminal and traffic related charges, bond hearings, preliminary hearings and civil filings.</li></ul><ul><li>Receives probable cause affidavits from law enforcement to prepare arrest warrants and bench warrants.</li></ul><ul><li>Assists the Magistrate with legal matters and research, as well as court documentation during hearings and trials.</li></ul><ul><li>Prepares, coordinates, and verifies with detention center staff and court personnel to discharge defendants.</li></ul><ul><li>Clocks and files motions/subpoenas, prepares affidavits, notarizes court documents.</li></ul><ul><li>Prepares summons for pre-trial hearings, bench trials and jury trials.</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinates the jury selection process, including issuing juror summons and handles related communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Interprets and prepares necessary paperwork for circuit court orders.</li></ul><ul><li>Updates case files after court by preparing the necessary DMV orders, SLED records, Diversion Program referrals and processes expungement orders.</li></ul><ul><li>Prepares judicial transcripts and orders for civil cases.</li></ul><ul><li>Records the dispositions of criminal and civil cases adjudicated by the court.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensures the integrity and accuracy of all court records in the Case Management System.</li></ul><ul><li>Transmits case files to trial courts and court documents to Solicitor&rsquo;s office and Public Defender&rsquo;s Office.</li></ul><ul><li>Processes and responds to public records requests.</li></ul>Scheduling:<ul><li>Maintains and schedules dockets and court calendars.</li></ul><ul><li>Schedules court hearings, trials and meetings in coordination with Magistrates, attorneys, law enforcement, defendants and plaintiffs, program providers and other court personnel.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates schedule changes or case updates to case parties</li></ul>Financials:<ul><li>Collects and receipts bond payments, criminal and traffic fines and civil filing fees. Balances cash drawer and manages daily financial transactions.</li></ul><ul><li>Daily, monthly and yearly financial reconciliation reports in compliance with the Chief Justice Financial Accounting Order</li></ul>Customer Service<ul><li>Interacts and assists Magistrates, attorneys, prosecutors, defendants, victims, witnesses, jurors, law enforcement, bonding companies and the general public.</li></ul><ul><li>Assists individuals at customer service windows, over the phone and through email and other written communication.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides support in a fast-paced, high-stressed environment.</li></ul>Other:<ul><li>Completes annual survey of case load summary.</li></ul><ul><li>Verifies all bonding licenses are up to date and in compliance with the Clerk of Court.</li></ul><ul><li>Compiles and organizes all court records regarding the retention schedule</li></ul><ul><li>Ensures confidentiality of court records.</li></ul><ul><li>Assists in training of new employees.</li></ul><ul><li>Attends training classes when available.</li></ul>Minimum Education:Associates Degree, with no experience required; or an equivalent of education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.Minimum Qualification:Applicant must possess or obtain SC Notary Public within 3 months of employment.Job Type: Full-timePay: $19.44 - $22.36 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Paralegal - Swansea Magistrate

Please also complete a Lexington County application online athttps://www.lex-co.com/Applications/HROnline/PUBLIC/VACANCYLISTING.ASPXJob Purpose:Enforce county ordinances as they pertain to dogs/cats in the county. To assist the public/public safety with nuisance animals and animal complaints. To prosecute court cases effectively and in a timely manner. To properly assess and place impounded/surrendered animals within the facility.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:-Responding to and handling calls for nuisance animals, patrols and animal complaints.-Prosecuting court cases for animal complaints.-Euthanizing animals due to behavior issues, space &amp;/or owner request.-Running after hours calls for assistance from public safety and emergency calls.Job Specifications and Qualifications:-Laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.-Basic principles and practices of animal control programs.-Various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals.-Normal and abnormal animal behavior, and symptoms of animal abuse.Skills:-Reading and interpreting various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.-Preparing written reports and records with accuracy and in a timely manner.-Maintaining effective relationships with personnel of other divisions, departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.-Reacting calmly and quickly in emergency situations and dealing with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; dealing courteously, yet firmly and effectively with the public in enforcement situations.-Establishing and maintaining effective relationships as necessitated by work assignments.-Planning, organizing, and prioritizing daily assignments and work activities.-Working under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others.-Reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.-Issuing summonses to law violators.Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:-Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.Minimum Education:6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency, with 1 to 3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.Licensing and Certifications:Must have successfully completed required animal control coursework and hold required animal control and/or euthanasia certifications within six months of employment.Job Type: Full-timePay: $19.44 - $22.36 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Animal Control Officer - Animal Services

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Paralegal - Swansea Magistrate

Animal Control Officer - Animal Services