Job description
Position Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Make and maintain an accurate, permanent record of all court proceedings, and issues all process emanating from the Court.
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Acts as liaison between the District Clerk and the Court.
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Strives to achieve optimum efficiency and to accomplish the goals of the District Clerk’s office, as outlined in the organizational Strategic Plan and Mission Statement.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Qualifying applicants must complete the
Harris County District Clerk Skills Test (linked below) with a
minimum score of 80%.
https://es.eskill.com/es/quiz/?testId=a60069ee2160068b
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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No prior conviction for any felony or crime of moral turpitude.
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Basic knowledge of MS Outlook.
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Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Must be able to follow directions from judges, managers, and supervisors.
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Must be able to manage stress, work in a fast-paced environment, and handle multiple tasks at once.
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Must be able to organize and prioritize work and must be detail oriented.
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Must demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality when required.
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Must be able to work overtime without prior notification including correcting problems after normal business hours, which may require returning to the job site.
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Must possess clear and legible handwriting.
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Must be able to type 40 words per minute with at least 90% accuracy.
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Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
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Must be eligible for employment in the United States.
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Testing will be required.
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
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
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Regular Full-time
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Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Salary:
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$18.00 – $20.00 Hourly
- Depends on Qualifications
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.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered
only
to employees in
regular
(full-time)
positions:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
- 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/Medical.aspx
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