Job Summary
- Company
- Fayette County Common Pleas Court
- Location
- Washington Court House, OH
- Industries
- Government and Military
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Employee
- Years of Experience
- 1+ to 2 Years
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Contact Information
- Fayette County Common Pleas Court
- Apply by Email
Domestic Relations/Civil Assignment Commissioner
About the Job
Domestic Relations/Civil Assignment Commissioner for Common Pleas Court
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Essential Job Functions: Responsible for the general receiving of civil and domestic cases and motions filed with the Clerk; tickles those new cases and filings for service of process and review when appropriate; distributes the filings to the appropriate staff; provides general instruction on filings; oversees all cases going into and out of the Judge’s and Magistrate’s chambers; makes sure all cases are opened and closed properly for the Supreme Court Report. Oversees the domestic relations docket; assists the Magistrate with calling all cases in for Court and manages the Courtroom; preps entries ahead of time to save the Magistrate time on writing orders and decisions; uses discretion to schedule hearings on a case-by-case basis; contacts and works alongside the Fayette County Child Support Enforcement Agency and Fayette County Children Services; maintains the internal files of cases; and upholds the confidentiality of sensitive information. Takes incoming calls and answers questions and/or directs those calls to the appropriate office when needed; greets and assists any person who enters the Judge’s/Magistrate’s Office; calls/emails attorneys to schedule hearings; opens and forwards any incoming mail; is professional and uses discretion when handling confidentiality of cases, as well as adhering to the ethical standards required of the Judge and Magistrate.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Secretarial or Administrative experience in a court system and/or related field or a degree in criminal justice, preferred but not necessary. Proficient in Microsoft Word, attention to detail is a must.
Licensure or Certification Requirements: Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy. Employee will be responsible to drive own motor vehicle and may be required to travel, within and/or beyond the county or state limits. Any offer of employment is subject to background investigation including, but not limited to, prior or current employment, criminal background checks and fingerprinting.
Special Requirements:
Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to: Human Resources. Carla Melvin, PHR [email protected]
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision available for employee, spouse, and family • Wellness program for employees and spouses enrolled in a medical insurance plan • Paid sick leave, if earned leave is available • Paid vacation • Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) • Deferred compensation plans available • Gym Membership Discounts • Training Opportunities
