Assistant Court Clerk

Town of Cortlandt – 4 Month Position – 17 hours per week 

The individual in this position is responsible for performing clerical work of a specialized in the Justice Court in the Town of Cortlandt.  This position prepares court records including legal documents, forms and reports. Work involves public contact with attorneys and the general public.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Handles court mail and correspondence;

·         Enters information from complaints into the dockets (Motor Vehicle, Civil, Criminal); either manually and/or using automated office equipment;

·         Collects fines, issues receipts, and maintains accounts of amounts collected;

·         Uses computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year of general clerical experience. Experience in an attorney’s office, court, or other location requiring regular exposure to civil law, court procedures and legal documents preferred. 

This position is a 17 hour work week and the hourly rate of pay is $ 24.00.  This position is not eligible for benefits.  Town of Cortlandt resident preferred.

To apply contact Claudia Vahey, claudiav@townofcortlandt.com.  Town of Cortlandt is an EOE. Application deadline April 11, 2022.