- Salary
- $28 – $39/hr
- Location
- Eureka County, NV, NV, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Serving as a Civil Process Administrator requires the processing of civil process papers for Eureka County as provided for in the Nevada Revised Statutes.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This position reports to the Undersheriff and the Sheriff
- Processes civil papers by logging them into the Records Management System and documenting the service of same.
- Serves in office civil process papers as required by NRS Statute
- Complete returns and other legal papers on the service of civil documents as necessary
- Conducts execution sales
- Processes garnishment monies on a backup basis
- Assist with incoming telephone calls and front counter duties as necessary;
- Complies with Eureka County policies and departmental procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Receives and prepares various forms of enforceable and non-enforceable legal documents for service of process
- Locates persons on available information and attempts to obtain correct addresses if services addresses are incorrect or in the defendant/respondent has relocated
- Serves various types of writs in accordance with State Statutes concerning classification of writ, i.e. juvenile, corporate, court orders, mental health and small claims
- Responds to telephone inquiries concerning service of process of legal documents; provides resolution, information and direction accordingly;
- Maintains documentation for all papers served according to address, name of party and type of writ; ensures returns of service are accurately completed and documented.
- Service of liquor and gaming licenses, collection of fees on a quarterly basis.
- Under direction, assists in the preparation and distribution of enforceable legal documents for service of process.
- Enters and accesses information in the Civil Process database, including entering data to generate a service sheet to return information after the service sheets have been completed by the deputies.
- Performs various administrative duties in supporting unit functions, i.e., opening and distributing mail, data entry, stamping traffic transactions, filing documentation, copying, maintaining logs and receipts, and compiling service packets.
- Researches, compiles, and prepares files and documents within the Civil Division.
- Assigns legal documents to appropriate Civil Division personnel for service.
- Responds to routine in person and telephone inquiries concerning service of process of legal documents; provides resolution, information and direction accordingly.
- Acts as liaison with other agency department, law enforcement agencies, judicial entities, attorneys, judges, governmental agencies and other entities involved in the service of process.
- Maintains security, integrity, and confidentiality of civil process data according to prescribed unit policy, procedures and applicable regulatory standards.
- Managing, monitoring, and conducting Sheriff sales, tax collection, property sales and foreclosures, executions, and collection of statutory fees;
- Communicating, coordinating and facilitating with plaintiffs regarding all process assigned to them;
- Coordination the service for eviction notices and the removal of both people and property;
- Obtaining and maintaining the working knowledge of duties;
- Exercising due diligence in research, service and return of all executions, tax warrants and other civil process;
- Collecting and documenting money collected on all writs, warrants and foreclosures;
- Reviewing all processes for the correctness of the order contained;
- Following-up, resolving, or referring complaints or concerns to appropriate supervisor;
- Entering and maintaining data and records into specialized computerized files;
- Responding by phone, mail and in person to inquiries and other requests;
- Interacting in a professional manner with the public, staff, inmates and other government agencies;
- Maintaining professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters while providing excellent customer service;
- Ensuring the Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures are followed and the supervising Sergeant is advised of any unusual occurrence or concern;
- Maintaining ability to testify as a credible witness in court;
- Administers the Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) program for the agency
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Twenty One Years of Age; High School Diploma; Must have two years previous experience and/or training in civil process, law enforcement, or investigative work; or equivalent combination in education, training and experience; Must have valid Nevada Drivers’ License
Knowledge of record keeping methods and practices, and Nevada Revised Statutes, changing laws and procedures; NCIC Certification, Emergency Medical Dispatching Certification;
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with the public; ability to use common office equipment including a personal computer.
Ability to work independently; plan and organize work; understand and apply rules, codes, regulations, and procedures; gather and summarize a variety of data and prepare appropriate reports; independently perform special and ongoing projects; supervise the work of clerical staff; operate standard office equipment including a word processor or computer terminal; develop, organize, and maintain accurate files and records; provide information both in person and on the telephone; type at a rate sufficient to perform assigned duties.