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GENERAL SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to review, analyze, and process the Court's caseload, court orders, legal correspondence, and attorney/guardian ad litem appointments. Conducts legal research and other Judicial acts in accordance with the Statutory Authorities exclusively given to Deputy Probate Registers. Monitors, coordinates, and schedules court proceedings. Provides information and assistance to the public concerning legal proceedings as a subject matter expert for specific case types. Manages court receivables, payables, and information needed to update financial records. Provides technical support for applications such as OnBase, JIS, and Microsoft applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analyze court documents; process, prioritize, and organize caseload.
• Analyzes, composes, and disseminates court orders and legal correspondence.
• Monitors, coordinates, and schedules court proceedings.
• Assists members of the public in understanding and navigating legal proceedings.
• Processes account receivables and payables, filing and inventory fees, and other payments.
• Resolves financial discrepancies within the department.
• Designs, implements, and deploys new systems, applications, and functions to support department needs.
• Scans, indexes, and cross-references of all legal documents, reports, and correspondences.
• Provides technical support to the department for software applications.
• Participates in the development of new department policies and procedures.
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of relevant college-level course work or an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, Politics, or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of related work experience in court procedures and policy, accounting, and related software applications
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

VETERANS:  Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

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TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:

All candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment accompanied by a resume. Application materials may be submitted online.