Court Clerk - Court - Town of Mount Pleasant : Job Details

JOB SUMMARY The Court Clerk Specialist performs clerical, administrative, financial and public relations tasks in support of the daily operations of the Municipal Court. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs all assigned tasks and other related duties.

• Answers incoming calls and handles appropriately.

• Perform general clerical duties.

• Responsible for cash drawer and cash receivables daily.

• Collect and process fines and fees and maintain receipts for each monetary transaction.
• Maintain records and generate reports for daily reconciliation of cash drawer;
• Ensures proper handling of bench warrants;
• Process documents for Standard Time Payments and Deferred Prosecution;
• Maintain and monitor Trial Diversion Program and issue notifications of Rule to Show Cause hearings.
• Monitor General Session Citations to determine Municipal Citation scheduling;
• Handle recall of tickets from SC Department of Motor Vehicles;

• Assists with processing continuances, motions to reopen and reconsideration of sentence.
• Qualifies cases for expungement;

• Processes Freedom of Information requests.
• Assists the public, attorneys and judges as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED, and three (3) years of related work experience;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Valid South Caolina driver's license;
• Bilingual (Spanish) desired but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to maintain, manage, and organize records;
• Ability to meet and deal appropriately with Town employees, officials and the public.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• Self starter, takes initiative, ability to work independently or as part of a team;
• Ability to manage time effectively, strict adherence to various deadlines, works well under pressure;
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.

To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations. Other details

• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $19.45
• Max Hiring Rate $24.31
• Job Start Date Tuesday, April 1, 2025

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