Deputy Clerk of Probate

Probate Court Administrator

Location: Bluffton, South Carolina

Salary: $21.60 - $25.77 Hourly

Job Type: Part-Time

Division: Elected Official

Department: Probate Court

Opening Date: 06/17/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Description

The purpose of this position is to manage and sustain estate files, review and produce legal documents to meet the most up to date South Carolina (SC) standards, provide document management and assist the public with estate matters. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Acts as a liaison between the court and the general public as well as attorneys and the probate clerks on a daily basis.
• Reviews files to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to the hearing to ensure all legal procedures have been followed and all party's property notified.
• Reviews Small Estate Affidavits for accuracy and completeness. Most are pro se therefore leaving room for error or leaving heirs out that should inherit.
• Reviews e-filed Motions and Orders to determine if a hearing is needed or the Judge can sign by submission.
• Makes payments to attorneys, Associate Judges and court visitors for their services.
• Answers phone calls from attorneys and the citizens regarding probate matters.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
• Over one year and up to and including two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Notary Public.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.