Legal Records Clerk
Location: Fairfax, VA
Job Number: 24-00680
Salary: $43,498.00 - $72,496.11
Closing Date: March 29, 2024
Under the supervision of the Civil Case Processing Supervisor, performs a wide variety of complex legal and technical processes. This position is responsible for a variety of duties in processing a civil and domestic law case from initiation to completion. These tasks may include processing income deduction orders, supreme court appeals, concealed weapon permits, adoption, exhibits, dismissals and show cause orders.
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Receives and reviews documents to ensure completeness for filing and recording;
Prepares and processes legal documents;
Enters and updates case information in the case management system;
Scans and indexes documents in the case management system;
Calculates and collects fines, court costs, and restitution;
Notifies defendants of court fines, fees, and restitution balances and payment options;
Reconciles daily receipts, identifies discrepancies and makes corrections;
Assists customers by phone, and in person with miscellaneous inquiries;
Maintains, stores, and ensures accessibility of case files;
Assists the public requesting to review, and/or obtain copies of case files;
Prepares and monitors Court dockets;
Ensures the confidentiality of court records in accordance with the Code of Virginia and the Rules of the Supreme Court.
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Knowledge of standard administrative procedures, practices, and equipment;
Knowledge of common legal terminology, documents and procedures;
Ability of comprehend applicable Virginia Code sections and laws;
Ability to process a considerable volume of record work in an accurate and timely manner;
Ability to perform data entry, scanning, indexing and retrieval with computer information systems;
Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals, including the judges, general public, members of the legal and business community, and department staff.
