District Court Coordinator

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Key Responsibilities

Maintains the master docket for District Courts and prepares the monthly, weekly, and daily dockets for the court Sets and oversees special dockets for revocation of probation hearings,

Requirements Summary

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration,

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District Court Coordinator

$56,148.00 - $67,386.00

Full time

Under general direction, is responsible for maintaining dockets for the District Courts; overseeing notification of all parties involved in criminal case settings; developing and implementing procedures in the disposition of District Court cases, and performing related duties as required.

Description

Responsibilities

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Maintains the master docket for District Courts and prepares the monthly, weekly, and daily dockets for the court
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Sets and oversees special dockets for revocation of probation hearings, pleas of guilty, all pre-trial matters, and sentencing
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Attends and assists the court in calling dockets to get announcements and resetting cases for date
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Oversees notification to attorneys, defendants, bondsmen, and probation officers on criminal case settings
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Develops and implements efficient procedures on dockets and case flow to enable fair and speedy disposition in all District Court cases
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Performs related duties as required

Requirements

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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a closely related field and three (3) years of court operations or administration experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Good knowledge of court procedures and case flow management; knowledge of indigency requirements
Skill in communicating effectively with hostile, abusive, or irrational individuals; skill in analyzing legal information; proficiency in software programs such as Microsoft XP Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate a personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, judges, attorneys, outside organizations, the news media, and the public
Must secure and maintain valid Texas Certification in Trial Court Management within two years after employment
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
Required to be on-call 24-hours a day
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Generally working in indoor conditions
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 25 pounds
Occasionally moves about the office
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Generally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

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Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.