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Position Description
The Justice Court Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties and provides administrative support to the Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8, Place 1.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Enters information into Harris County Odyssey case management system.
- Answers phones and directs calls where appropriate.
- Performs data entry and filing.
- Works well with the public and co-workers.
- Handles and balances money daily.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Updates and scans case records.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
- This position works onsite, providing assistance to customers both onsite and virtually to assist with court dockets.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 40 W.P.M. and 85% accuracy.
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
- Two (2) years of professional experience or Justice Court Civil, Legal experience, or other state or municipal court experience.
Additional Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of computers and related software comprised of Microsoft Windows and Word.
- Detail-oriented and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated with excellent organizational and customer service skills.
- Must be punctual, dependable, and have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Remain calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to sit for long periods at a time.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link:
- Click the above link to the HRT Clerical Skills Test registration page.
- Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing.
- You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours.
- You will have no more than 5 business days to access and complete testing.
- Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application.
- The test may be taken once every 30 days.
- Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months .
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Regular Full-time
- Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- 40 Hours per week, in person
Location:
- Southeast Harris County (Pasadena/Deer Park area)
- Depends on Qualifications
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Based on 26 Pay Periods
- Plus, benefits
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
- One (1) floating holiday per year
- Paid Parental Leave*
- Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
- Professional learning & development opportunities
- Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
- Flexible work schedule*
- METRO RideSponsor Program*
- Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
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