Criminal Post Conviction Writ Clerk

Position Description

• Prepare electronic Post Conviction Writ records to be sent to the Criminal Court of Appeals following all rules and statutes as provided by the Criminal Laws of Texas.
• Assist all customers via email phone calls or in person in a professional manner.
• Accomplishes section objectives in accordance with standard operating procedures and policies of the District Clerks office.
• Works efficiently to achieve the goals of the District Clerks office as outlined in the Strategic Plan and Mission Statement

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

All applicants must register and take the HRRM Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. and 80% accuracy.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

• Must possess intermediate computer skills in the following applications Microsoft Office.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Keyboards at 35 wpm.
• Must be able to work under strict time constraints and work overtime upon request.
• Must be a team player.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle customers in a polite and courteous manner.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Must be able to maneuver including lifting climbing a ladder and moving a minimum of thirty (30) pounds.
• Must have good time management skills.
• Must be capable of working under stress.
• Must be eligible for employment in the United States.
• Testing will be required. (Grammar 80% Typing 35 words per minute) at 80% accuracy

NOTE : Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications .

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time Monday Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Salary:

• $25.14 Hourly

• Based on 26 pay periods

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to maneuver including lifting climbing ladders and moving a minimum of thirty (30) lbs.

Note: Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment all applicants are screened for the presence of illegal drugs. The Harris County District Clerks Office has an employment-at-will policy.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Required Experience:

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