Deputy Court Clerk I

Chatham County Probate Court is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional to serve as Deputy Court Clerk I. This position is ideal for candidates with strong clerical and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and office technology, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication, sound judgment, confidentiality, and a commitment to providing compassionate customer service while assisting the public with sensitive probate, guardianship, and licensing matters.

• Perform detailed clerical work for accepting and processing research and records requests, intaking license applications, and processing probate and guardianship filings. 
• Use your communication and customer service skills as you interact with the public in challenging and emotional circumstances in person, on the phone, or by email. 
• Identify each customer's issue or problem and either assist in solving the problem or find the proper Probate staff to address the issue. 
• Perform work in a high-volume Court responsible for legal matters that impact minors, incapacitated adults, mental health patients, and families. 
• Answer correspondence, input data, prepare documents, certify copies, and work on a team including judges. 
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED, and 
• At least two (2) years of general clerical experience, including typing and filing; or 
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience. 
• Must be experienced in the use of Microsoft Office products, 10-key calculators, database management programs, scanners, and printers. 
• Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Selected candidates will be required to complete clerical testing during the interview process.