Akron, OH – Court Secretary – Summit County Domestic Relations Court

AkronLawJobs No. 10537

Responsibilities: Under direction, types a variety of documents for Judges and Magistrates; transcribes dictation; schedules court hearings; generates and mails hearing notices; generates daily hearing schedule reports; answers multiple telephone lines; enters data into court case management system; answers public inquiries regarding court forms, procedures, and case schedules; copies and mails judgment entries; transports files and documents to and from other offices; organizes and prepares files for hearings, and provides a variety of other clerical tasks to assist with the operation of the Court. 

Essential Job Functions: Operates a computer and/or typewriter in order to prepare a variety of documents – e.g. Judgment Orders, etc.; Operates a computer to enter and retrieve case schedule information, view and print documents and case dockets, and prepares files for magistrates’ review; Receives telephone calls on a multi-line telephone, handles the call, schedules hearings as needed, or directs calls to appropriate parties; Answers inquiries and provides procedural information and forms to the public. Transports files and documents within the court or to other offices; Operates fax machine to send and receive fax communications; Transcribes dictation; Operates copy machine and prepares documents for mailing;

Minimum Qualifications: Three to five years of secretarial experience. Typing at a minimum of 55 WPM; Excellent customer service and communication skills; The ability to handle multiple tasks and multiple telephone lines simultaneously; Proficient in Microsoft Word 2010 or above. MUST be able to move a heavy cart fully loaded with case files throughout the building. Prior experience in the court system and/or dealing with the public is a plus. 

Hours: 8:00 – 4:00 Monday through Friday. Some alternate or evening or weekend hours may be required.

Salary Range: $27,000 – $36,802 annually depending upon experience

How to Apply: E-mail your resume and cover letter to Kenneth R. Teleis, Court Administrator Summit County Domestic Relations Court at resume@drcourt.org. YOU MAY ONLY APPLY THROUGH E-MAIL.
DEADLINE: October 4, 2019, 4:00 PM