District Court Coordinator

Job Title

District Court Coordinator

Pay Rate Min to Mid Range

Time Type

Full time

Summary

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

Duties and 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, pleas of guilty, all pre-trial matters, and sentencing
• Attends and assists the court in calling dockets to get announcements and resetting cases for date
• Oversees notification to attorneys, defendants, bondsmen, and probation officers on criminal case settings
• Develops and implements efficient procedures on dockets and case flow to enable fair and speedy disposition in all District Court cases
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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

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Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• 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

Working With Bexar County

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.