Deputy Court Clerk II

Job Description

Overview

The principal purpose of the Deputy Court Clerk II position is to enter and process all citations filed with the court. This allowsthe Deputy Court Clerk IlI and IV to review cases to respond to customer inquiries by phone, mail, email, and complete a thorough review of cases and warrants.

Responsibilities

• Enter and schedule case offenses for hearings such as: arraignment, pre-trial, bond hearings, property hearings, and administrative hearings

• Creates and files complaints for each case filed and processed

• Performs an audit of cases filed with the court for accuracy

• Thoroughly reviews cases to process for warrants and schedules the cases for hearings

• Check prospective jurors in for jury trial and create a jury list

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non Exempt - Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Must be able to obtain Level I Court Clerk Certification within 18 months of employment

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: September 8, 2026