Clerk Magistrate III
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Description
$3,000 hiring bonus to join the Judicial Branch! (Bonus prorated proportionally for part-time positions) The Judicial Branch is a state-funded Branch of Government that offers benefits to include medical/dental/vision, $20,000 free basic life insurance, state-matched 156% retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, earned paid vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement and more.

The Cass County Court is taking applications for a full time Clerk Magistrate III position. This is highly responsible administrative and managerial work, under the general direction of the presiding judge, in the operation of more than two county courts or in a county court with a total annual caseload of 7,000 or more (over the last three years). Duties may include limited judicial functions involving non-contested matters as assigned by the presiding county judge. The person in this position serves as administrative support to the county judge(s) and district court judge(s) if applicable, and, as such, may be delegated a wide variety of responsibilities in reference to planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and supervising the administrative activities of the court. The person serving in this position may be required to travel to assigned courts.

The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or genetics. The Judicial Branch adheres to Veterans Preference Laws.

Location: Cass County Court, Plattsmouth, NE

Schedule: 8-5 M-F
Examples of Work
Responsibilities include assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of court staff including clerical and financial functions, and maintenance of all financial and personnel records. Assists staff members in the performance of their duties and assists in preparing court budgets. Performs the supervisory functions of hiring, monitoring and evaluating work performance and the taking of any required disciplinary action concerning the court staff. Serves as liaison with other courts, government agencies, the local bar and news media, and the general public. Responds to administrative inquiry and completes required training as established by the Judicial Branch Education Division. Work may include duties of a courtroom clerk or registrar.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: High School graduation or equivalent PLUS three years of progressively responsible experience in court administration or another business setting, including some supervisory experience. Education above the high school level may be substituted for work experience on a year for year basis. Experience working in a court system may be substituted for higher education on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, court administration, or related field. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: To successfully complete the original provisional period and become a permanent employee, all employees in this position must complete JUSTICE training within six months from the date of hire and demonstrate proficiency in knowledge and use of the court computer system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Considerable knowledge of county court procedures, policies and modern office practices and procedures
• Demonstrated strong management skills with abilities to plan, assign, coordinate, supervise and manage the work of others engaged in a variety of court activities
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all levels
• Ability to implement decisions and communicate effectively, and maintain a high order of discipline and responsibility as a representative of the court system
• Ability to travel to assigned courts as necessary.

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