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Job Description
Description
This position will require processing of court related documents such as arrest warrants, traffic summons, compliance notices, subpoenas, evictions, orders and all applicable material on behalf of the Magistrate.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20.63 - $22.61
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
•Maintain accurate records and dockets of traffic, criminal and civil court proceedings.
•Balance and reconcile monthly bank statements on accounts.
•Provides scheduling of all motion hearings, bench trials, jury trials and pretrial conferences and attend all sessions of court.
•Provides overall administrative support to the Magistrate.
•Answer all internal and external requests regarding dispositions of cases and procedures of the Summary Courts.
•Work well with the public and assists with court filings and applications.
•Communicate and coordinates regularly with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
•Ensure courts compliance with State Law and local ordinances.
•Input all case related data including filings, dispositions, party information and event scheduling into the case management system.
•Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discipline.
•Applicant must have the capacity to work well with limited supervision and as part of a team.
Minimum Qualifications
• Position requires clerical and courtroom experience.
•Applicant must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or GED), preference given to post high school education.
•Applicant must be proficient with typing skills and keyboarding.
•Applicant must have excellent knowledge in computer application and technology.
•Applicants selected must complete a SLED background check and will be required to work the Day Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P. M. (Also includes some weekend rotation).
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
- 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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