COURT ASSOCIATE

Position Overview

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR AND MAGISTRATE COURTS. In accordance with Personnel Policy 327-16, this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in multiple departments including grant funded, temporary, and part‐time positions. The purpose of this classification is to perform specialized administrative duties and process specific, complex legal documents in support of assigned court functions. This role supports attorneys, the public, and governmental agencies by handling legal filings, responding to inquiries, and managing court records.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to attorneys, the public, and governmental agencies in the filing of court documents and other related business.
• Respond to inquiries regarding case status, filings, and court procedures.
• Collect fees and review, accept, and process legal documents in accordance with court procedures and prescribed time frames.
• Enter data from court documents into the case management system and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with records maintenance, retrieval, and handle confidential information appropriately.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus at least one year of experience in a legal/court setting, customer service, data entry, records management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Notary Public Certification issued by the Clerk of Superior Court (by assignment only). May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license according to assignment.
• Working knowledge of court procedures, legal terminology, and general office practices including data entry and use of common software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a busy court or government office environment with court-specific technology.
• Familiarity with case management systems and advanced data management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build sustainable working relationships.