JP Court Case Manager - Justice Peace, Pct

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Richmond, TXtime type:
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Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  

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* DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

*** Manages, monitors, and schedules civil and criminal cases, maintains case file to ensure that all litigants are afforded due process and their day in court.
* Properly and accurately input complaints, tickets, and petitions into the Court’s database.
* Create case files, while accurately updating and maintaining them electronically.
* Schedule arraignments, mediations, hearings, and trials on the Court’s calendar.
* Collect and receipt filing fees and fines.
* Issue writs and arrest warrants to be executed by the Constable’s Office.
* Legally and properly manage, monitor and schedule civil and criminal cases, from the initial filling to the disposition.
* Service customers; reviews and processes requests in person, by telephone, e-filing, fax and/or mail.
* Collects and receipts fees over the counter and by mail, acts as a cashier.
* Inputs data into the computer data base in order for the Justice Courts to easily access the information.
* Manages civil and criminal court documents by preparing, filing, processing, entering, issuing, recording, and setting dockets.
* Prepares civil and criminal cases based on office policy and state statute to ensure accuracy of filings.
* Maintains confidentiality and security of documents, data and courtroom proceedings.
* Maintains knowledge, understanding and proficiency of case management to minimize errors.
* Assists with training when necessary.
* Participates in community outreach programs for the department.
* Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
** MINIMUM

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

*** High School Diploma/GED.
* 2 years of job related experience within a legal system.  Experience in Justice of the Peace Court preferred.
* Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM)
* Excellent research and organizational skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and written skills.
* Must have ability to interact with the public, employees and elected officials.
** STARTING SALARY RANGE:** $20.50 - $25.63 hourly based on qualifications
** CLOSING DATE:
** Upon filling position
** All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
** Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
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* Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
* Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.
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