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Job Description
Description
This position is responsible for the filing of court cases and documents in a professional office environment.
$42,145 (Estimated Annual Salary)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties involved in this position are data entry driven. The successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks including: opening new cases, filing documents, answering phones, assisting attorneys and members of the public in person, researching and responding to written correspondence. Performance of these duties requires knowledge of and adherence to the South Carolina Code of Laws, South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure, rules and procedures of the South Carolina Supreme Court and South Carolina Court Administration, the SC Clerk of Court Manual, and policies and procedures of the Charleston County Clerk of Court.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education - High School (or GED), supplemented with a minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in courtroom setting or law office. Associates in any Degree, Paralegal preferred.
Minimum Qualification - Requires the ability to perform various duties with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; the ability to follow oral and written policies, procedures, and instructions; the ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Charleston County Government
Show moreCharleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County. Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community. Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens. Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice. We look forward to you joining us.
Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina. Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation. A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.
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