About this role
Position Overview
The City of Seabrook is seeking a detail-oriented and service-focused Court Clerk I to join our Municipal Court team. Under the general supervision of the Director of Municipal Court Services, this position performs a variety of entry-level administrative, clerical, and technical duties to support the daily operations of the Municipal Court. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, customer-service driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service by phone, email, mail, fax, chat, and in person, addressing questions about court policies, fines, warrants, payment plans, and court settings.
- Collect, reconcile, and record payments (fines, fees, bonds) using Incode software.
- Scan and upload documents into Tyler Content Manager and enter citations into the system.
- Assist defendants with payment plans, community service, compliance dismissals, and other resolution options.
- Process surety bonds, cash bonds, and pleas of not guilty; schedule hearings and pretrials.
- Review and verify proof of insurance, time-served requests, community service timesheets, DSC certificates, and driving records for compliance eligibility.
- Prepare courtroom for dockets, prepare summons and certified mail for juvenile cases.
- Process incoming and outgoing mail, open records requests, and release/enter license holds in Omnibase FTA Program.
- Prepare legal documents requiring judicial signature (summons, complaints).
- Assist Judge, Prosecutor, Director, and court staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Texas Driver's License with good driving record.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills and standard office equipment.
- Ability to obtain Texas Municipal Court Clerk Level I Certification and TLETS Certification within 12 months of hire (and maintain certification thereafter).
Preferred:
- Two (2) years of general office, clerical, or customer service experience.
- Experience in cash handling, posting, and reconciliation.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure with frequent interruptions.
- Skill in performing mathematical calculations and maintaining accurate records.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work is primarily performed in an office or courtroom setting.
- Requires intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 10 lbs. (occasionally up to 50 lbs.).
- Must have full mobility in upper and lower body and be able to climb ladders as needed.
- Requires close, distance, color, and peripheral vision as well as the ability to hear and speak effectively.
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Why Join Team Seabrook?
This position offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on the efficiency and fairness of our court system while developing skills for career advancement. The City of Seabrook provides competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive work environment.