The purpose of this position is to schedule court activities such as conferences, hearings, mediations, and bench or jury trials for two assigned courts. Provides clerical support to Judges and Staff Attorneys to accomplish the calendar functions for the Superior Court.
- Maintains calendar of court activities; schedules court and/or other proceedings; creates calendars for pre-trial, jury and non-jury, motions, trial, and other cases; schedules foreign language interpreters and coordinates court appearances; updates, reviews, and notifies participants within established timeframes and regulations; notes relevant information on the calendar; makes calendar adjustments as needed.
- Notifies defendants, plaintiffs, attorneys, or other involved parties of upcoming court dates; verifies addresses of involved parties; prepares and electronically files and mails official notifications.
- Dockets and files orders; dockets/files bond orders, interpreter requests, requests for judicial assistance, waivers of counsel, bench warrants, reset notices, and other court orders; sends electronic or hard copy notices to all pertinent parties; tracks all notices, ensuring they have ben issued as ordered by a judge.
- Attends hearings and performs courtroom duties; prepares calendar notations for use in updates; prepares and completes reset notices as needed; obtains signatures; distributes copies; performs duties of bailiff; assists with management of jurors; and coordinates transfer of prisoners from detention facility to courtroom as assigned.
- Provides customer service; receives and responds to questions by email or phone from attorneys, defendants, government/law enforcement agents, court personnel, and the general public; provides information regarding court procedures, case status, court dates, and certified copies of legal documents; and may assist with litigant or attorney requests in person.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and three (3) years of related legal and/or court-related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Licenses Or Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Paralegal Certificate is a plus. Notary Public is a plus. Depending on area of assignment, may be required to obtain and maintain Georgia Crime Information Certification.
Special Requirements
None.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of applicable laws, including state laws and regulations regarding various offenses and court procedures; and/or knowledge of various court program policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of case management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of community resources available to program participants.
- Knowledge of substance abuse treatment principles.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in identifying and assessing the needs of program participants.
- Skill in managing participant compliance with court orders and program requirements.
- Skill in maintaining accurate files and records.
- Skill in coordinating activities with a variety of stakeholders.
- Skill in the provision of client services.
- Skill in problem solving; prioritizing and planning; and interpersonal relations.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
- Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.
Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
