Circuit Court Clerk I - Niles Office

$32,329 - $43,322/ Year

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Duties:

Performs clerical, bookkeeping, and administrative duties within the Niles branch of the County Clerk's office.

Responds to confidential inquiries from citizens, attorneys, and other parties; provides information, collects fees, and prepares certified documents.

Administers Oaths of Office and performs notarial services; maintains the County Clerk's notary log.

Prepares and processes various records and documents in accordance with established procedures while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations; verifies that all required documentation is properly prepared, signed, and distributed.

Opens Circuit Court case files and assigns judges to cases per established judicial rotation schedule.

Performs data entry on the Register of Action for new cases and all related court filings processed through the branch office; reviews court filings for accuracy and compliance with deadlines.

Assesses the needs of and provides assistance to self-represented (pro se) litigants in completing Personal Protection Orders and Friend of the Court documents.

This description is intended to illustrate the @type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of office experience, preferably in a legal or governmental organization.

Additional coursework in legal office administration, business or related areas is preferred.

Special Requirements:

Must possess and maintain and valid vehicle operator's license with access to a reliable vehicle throughout the course of employment.

Will be required to obtain Notary Public commission within three (3) months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Must complete Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS) certification within six (6) months of hire.

Candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, including drug testing prior to employment.

A background check will be performed, and employees will be fingerprinted.

The ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds is essential to the successful performance of job duties.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with officials and the general public.

Capable of maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.

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