Deputy Register

• $34,526 - $46,267/ Year
• Full Benefits Package

Duties:

• Performs clerical/administrative tasks including the maintenance of an accurate record and information retention system on a variety of Family Division cases.
• Receives legal documents related to juvenile, child protective and probate proceedings and examines them for sufficiency, accuracy, and completeness.
• Responds to inquiries from citizens, attorneys and others; provides information, receives and receipts filing and other statutory fees.
• Opens files, and assigns case numbers according to departmental procedures.
• Attends court hearings and assists in creating court records of proceedings.
• Responds to any procedural and factual questions of the judge and dockets judge's order and follows-up on any instructions beyond the order.
• Prepares and processes various records; ensures appropriate documentation, court orders, and notices are prepared, signed, and distributed as required.
• Schedules hearings, case conferences, citation hearings or show cause hearings and arranges service on interested parties for those conferences/hearings.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. 

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree and/or paralegal certification; OR
• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two years of legal or governmental office experience.

Special Requirements:

• May be required to obtain and maintain SCAO Certified Electronic Operator certification.
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
• A pre-employment physical, drug test and background check are required before employment.
• Will be fingerprinted and subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds; reach and bend; and sit/stand for prolonged amounts of time.
• May be assigned to work at any Berrien County Trial Court location.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Computer proficiency.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work independently, and function within a team.
• Will be expected to maintain confidentiality.
• General knowledge of applicable Michigan codes, statutes and court rules is preferred.