Coahoma County Sheriff's Office Transportation Officer

is responsible for **receiving, prioritizing, serving, and documenting service of civil legal documents**

T**he position supports the courts by ensuring defendants, witnesses, and respondents are properly notified of legal action.

Duties

Serve summonses, subpoenas, writs, court orders, eviction notices, and other civil documents in accordance with Mississippi law and court requirements.
Ensure documents are served professionally, efficiently, and within required timeframe
Find correct addresses or updated locations using maps, databases, investigative techniques, or information provided by the courts.
Examine documents before service and verify correctness.
Report discrepancies to the Civil Unit Supervisor before serving.
Maintain detailed reports of attempts, successes, or returned papers when individuals cannot be located.
Complete required court return documents and file affidavits of service with appropriate agencies.
Operate Sheriff's Office vehicles safely and within agency policies.
Perform basic maintenance checks (fluids, tires)
Provide status updates to supervisors and courts.
Testify in court when required to validate service.
Assist sworn deputies with civilâ??related postings or evictions when needed.
Attend training and meetings assigned by the Civil Process Unit.

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