Description

Position Summary

Performs receptionist and clerical duties in support of the Tribal Court.

Supervision Exercised

Reports to the Court Administrator

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• General receptionist duties as assigned.
• Receives court filed complaints, petitions and motions.
• Sends out notices of court schedules.
• Swears in witnesses and parties.
• Records proceedings as assigned and takes notes.
• May prepare courtroom and/or equipment.
• Drafts court orders as assigned.
• Issues final court orders.
• Clears cases by judgment authorized.
• Receives revenues, enters into ledger accounts, and reconciles.
• Files documents in accordance with administrative procedures and legal requirements.
• Maintains billing and client accounts.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to meet minimum age requirements.
• Ability to pass stringent background investigation.
• Ability to operate general computerized office machines and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to deal effectively with the public.
• Ability to work odd and unusual hours and stand-by court schedules.
• Basic understanding of court statutes and rulings.
• Knowledge of specialty assigned and Tribal Court clerical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and/or accounting practices.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

Required:

• High School Diploma, GED certificate or equivalent
• Two (2) years’ experience performing clerical functions in a legal office or courtroom setting
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License

Licensing Status

• Must be able to successfully pass a background and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.
• Will require a post-offer, pre-employment and random drug screening.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors.
• May be required to work odd and unusual hours and on weekends.
• Subject to standard office noise.
• Duties may involve walking, standing, sitting, crouching, and kneeling.
• Specific required movements include the following:  (15 lbs. Maximum)
  • Trunk-bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, carry
  • Arms-reach, carry, push, pull, list.
  • Legs-lift, push, pull, twist, rotate
  • Hands-grasp, manipulate, finger and overall dexterity, eye and hand coordination

Additional Information

Salary:  $16.41 – $21.50 Per Hour

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process.