Salary : $41,714.78 - $60,902.32 Annually Location : DeSoto, TX Job Type: Regular Fulltime Job Number: 01122 Department: Municipal Court Division: Municipal Court Opening Date: 09/20/2024 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt DescriptionOur Core Values We LOVE DeSoto •L- We lift up our community •O- We take ownership of our collective performance •V- We value and respect all employees •E- We empower employees to grow The purpose of this position is to provides administrative assistance to the court. This is accomplished by responding to requests and inquiries; processing and entering court information; processing payments, subpoenas, and warrants; setting cases for trial; processing subpoenas and summons; working with court dockets; and responding to attorneys. Other duties include maintaining records and information. The Bond Clerk will be stationed at the Tri-Cities jail, focusing on assisting the Magistrate in conducting daily magistrate hearings and preparing and processing the paperwork generated during the magistrate hearings. Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide customer service by answering the phone and referring callers; processing correspondence and requests from defendants; receiving payments; scheduling payment plans; processing deferred disposition cases; and responding to defensive driving inquiries.
- Completes administrative duties by sorting and distributing mail, processing documents created and used during the magistrate hearings conducted at the Tri-City Jail, and working with police departments to send and receive information needed by the Municipal Courts and the Magistrate.
- Updating court calendars; processing warrant information, bonds, accident and jail information; answering the phone and responding to inquiries; communicating with outside agencies; and ensuring all records are filed and retained.
- Overseeing court payments; and compiling and maintaining reports and documents.
- Assisting the Magistrate in performing his Magistrate functions each day.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Valid Driver's License with a good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.
Supplemental Information
- Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
- The ability to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- The work schedule, subject to modification, will be 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
- The ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Ability to work in a jail housing environment, which may include high noise levels, odors, and/or individuals displaying challenging behaviors;
- Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.
- Municipal Court Clerk I Certification (Preferred)
- Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification (Preferred). Must obtain certification within 3 months of hire if not currently certified.
Employee Benefit InformationHealth Insurance- BCBSDental Insurance- BCBS Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight Flexible Spending - Payflex Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions. Life Insurance- Dearborn National The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000. Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents. Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems. Education Pay Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees. Social Security Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds. Texas Municipal Retirement System Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1. Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age. Vacation Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Sick Leave Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Holidays Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or floating day. Longevity Pay Earned at a rate of $4 per month. This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200). Worker's Compensation Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees. Fire/Police Eligible for Education/Certification pay. Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute. 01 This position requires working evenings and weekends regularly. Are you able to meet those requirements?
02 This positions required a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, and must be obtained within three (3) months of hire if not currently certified. Are you able to meet that requirement?
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