Clerk

Please ensure that you fill out this DPS criminal background check permission form (you must open this in internet explorer to digitally sign). All that is needed is your name, signature, and the date. You will need to attach this to your application. CRIMINAL CHECKS CAN NOT BE RUN WITHOUT THIS FORM AND YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

Provides information; greets and interacts with public in a professional and cordial manner on a daily basis. Enters and clears warrants.

• Responsible for facilitating the collection of fines, fees, and court costs imposed by all the courts administered by Midland County.
• Conducting in person interviews with defendants, review payment plan applications, determines financial ability to pay and payment schedule;
• Use tools such as Omnibase, Accurint, and property records to verify information.
• Perform collections work on delinquent dockets, document all collection efforts and contacts.
• Tracking and monitoring payment of fines, fees, and court costs.
• Public contact responsibilities include dealing with adverse and confrontational situations on the phone and in person.
• Must pay thorough attention to detail in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of each defendant's personal financial information, payment schedules, and histories.
• Confirm and process warrants, pre-warrants, and recalls for all courts.
• Run daily deposit for all courts.
• Maintain and organize files for all courts.
• Process and set up payment plans for county and district.
• Process mail daily.
• Regular and timely attendance is required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.Must have a broad knowledge in collections techniques, and customer service. Must have working knowledge of computer programs an office procedures. Must be able to properly use lektreiver, copier, 10-key, multi-line telephone, and shredder. Knowledge of collections/accounts receivables, working with automated collections systems, and dealing with customers in person is highly desirable.

Operate computers; read reports, letters, and memos; communicate effectively, both in person and over the phone; and maintain effective working relationships with co­workers and other law enforcement personnel. Need to have the ability to multi-task on tedious exacting work.