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Job Description
Description
This position performs a variety of data driven duties including: opening, administering and closing estates (cases), receipt and review of legal documents filed when an individual has passed away; receipting of payments of any fees, filing documents, answering phones, assisting attorneys and members of the public in person, on the phone, and virtually; researching and responding to legal correspondence. Performance of these duties requires knowledge of and adherence to the South Carolina Code of Laws, Rules of Civil Procedure, Court Administration; as well as the South Carolina Supreme Court. The ability to perform various duties with speed and accuracy is required along with compassion and consideration of the families/parties served.
PROBATE COURT, ESTATE DIVISION, 84 BROAD STREET
$48,000 - $54,000 (Estimated Annual Salary Depending on Experience)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
This employee will need to enter and update all documents into the Court’s data base, open estates, administer estates, close estates, run and create reports, process payables and receipts properly to the Court(checks, cash and credit), have the ability to operate and knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment, including the use of Zoom, a personal computer, software programs of the Court, microfilm, copier, scanner, fax, printers, and electronic filing. Ability to exercise tact, discretion and sound judgment in addressing sensitive or confidential matters with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
High School (or GED) supplemented with minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in a law office or equivalent combination of experience and training ; Associates Degree in a related field or Paralegal preferred.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Charleston County Government
Show moreCharleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County. Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community. Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens. Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice. We look forward to you joining us.
Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina. Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation. A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.
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