Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County Hiring for Data Entry Clerk – Palm Beach Gardens Job at Palm Beach Gardens, FL Full Time

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our North County team located near downtown Palm Beach Gardens as a Court Specialist III – Data Entry Clerk!

• No legal experience? No problem, we offer on the job training!*

In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn about the different case types that are filed in the County Criminal department. You will gain knowledge on a variety of different court documents, become familiar with State Statutes, and learn how cases are updated in our case management system. Learning these important functions will allow you to build a strong foundation in the County Criminal department for a successful career at the Clerk’s office!

Why join our Clerk family? Because our Clerk family is our top priority! Total Compensation packages include:

• Superior health care plans with lower costs to you
• Retirement choices through the Florida Retirement System and deferred compensation plan
• Generous paid time off and 17 paid holidays – yes you read that right!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Award-Winning Wellness Program that gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle

Our Wellness Awards:
At the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office you can:

• Work with a purpose
• Make a difference in our community
• Be part of a family
• Build your skills
• Pursue career advancement opportunities
• Reach your professional and personal goal

This position is eligible for a one dollar per hour stipend which is already reflected in the salary advertised in this job posting. The stipend will no longer apply should the employee transfer out of this position.

Examples of Duties
Performs complex data entry for docketing functions; creates entry for each document; monitors image for quality and clarity

Forwards filings to the Court or the appropriate functional area as warranted

Adds and updates party/attorney information in the system; updates case status

Processes appeals; monitors and adheres to time periods prescribed by Rules of Appellate procedure and court orders; prepares, organizes, and transmits record on appeal according to Rules and/or formal Directions filed by party(ies); scans evidence for inclusion in record on appeal; prepares invoices and other related documents

Screens indigency applications; determines whether to grant, deny, or refer to the Court

Processes new cases, including multiple case types and transfers from other courts/venues; assigns case types; indexes parties and associating attorneys; handles specialized processes/procedures

Processes Judicial reassignments/recusals; updates system; issues notice of reassignment; notifies newly assigned Judge and parties/counsel of the change

Prepares court event forms for court sessions; prepares notice of bond forfeitures; processes written orders; records bookings; sets court hearings and notice parties

FUNCTIONS SPECIFIC TO BRANCH COURT SERVICES
Accepts documents for recording; identifies document type; verifies statutory requirements

Calculates and cashiers related taxes and fees; issues certified copies

Performs specialized recording tasks, including the processing of Declaration of Domicile and Domestic Partnership

Scans documents; verifies legibility of documents scanned into the Official Records

Accepts VAB petitions and documents to be filed in existing County Civil cases

Processes e-filed documents

Typical Qualifications
High school diploma (or GED), supplemented by three (3) years of recent and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data, preferably in an automated systems environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Some vocational or college courses preferred. Once qualified, deputization may be required to perform the assigned functions.

Supplemental Information
Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295, Section 09 (b) and (c), Veterans’ Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty and shall apply only to a veteran’s first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Officevalues the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the Clerk’s office supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. To claim preference, an applicant must complete and upload both the Veterans’ Preference Claim Form_ and _required documentation_ prior to the position’s posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates’ non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments, which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans’ preference for a vacant position is not selected, they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans’ preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified, they must file their complaint with the DVA within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified._

Location: 3188 PGA Blvd.,Palm Beach Gardens,FL, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.15 per hour