RICHLAND COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
CLASS DESCRIPTION
2010
CLASS TITLE: DEPUTY CLERK COURTROOM - FCCLERK OF COURT FAMILY COURT DIVISION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS
The purpose of the class is to provide administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the courtroom; to enforce payment of support as ordered; to establish and maintain case files; and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Supervised by the Deputy Family Court Administrator.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Prepares courtroom for daily operations; stocks necessary supplies.
Prepares generates and maintains roster and files for court.
Provides information and assistance to litigants, various agencies and judges as needed.
Prepares and maintains child support case files ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
Makes adjustments to accounts per court order and/or tax interceptions; generates reports on delinquent accounts.
Attends court and assists judges, other court staff, attorneys and others in the courtroom as needed.
Consults regularly with the Deputy Family Court Administrator or other officials to review assigned operations and activities, review and resolve problems, and provide or receive recommendations.
Receives and responds to inquiries, requests, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility.
Sends appropriate notices for court.
Compiles data for and prepares various records and reports as required by the department, County and/or other agencies.
Performs general administrative / clerical duties as required, including but not limited to copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, sending and receiving faxes, processing mail, preparing spreadsheets, answering the telephone, etc.
Attends training, meetings, seminars and/or workshops as required to enhance job knowledge and skills; maintains a current, comprehensive knowledge of laws, regulations, trends and technologies affecting assigned operations.
Processes a variety of documents associated with court/division operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures; prepares, processes, copies, files, indexes and/or transmits various forms, records, reports, notices, orders, other legal documents, correspondence, etc., as required.
Reviews enforcement/court procedures and/or requirements; monitors cases for compliance with procedures; audits accounts to determine if clients should be ruled into court for failure to pay.
Reviews and scheduled non-compliance cases for court, issues bench warrants, attends and assists with court hearings.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
INVOLVEMENT WITH DATA, PEOPLE, AND THINGS
DATA INVOLVEMENT :
Requires gathering, organizing, analyzing, examining or evaluating data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information.
PEOPLE INVOLVEMENT :
Requires giving information, guidance or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants. Provides professional and courteous customer service at all times.
INVOLVEMENT WITH THINGS :
Requires handling or using machines, tools or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience, such as computers for data entry, fax machines, copiers, telephones or similar equipment; may service office machines, including adding paper and changing toner. Must be capable of accurately using computers and software programs designed for court systems.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
REASONING REQUIREMENTS :
Requires performing semi-skilled work involving set procedures and rules but with frequent problems. Must deal effectively with…