Municipal Court Supervisor
The City of Pearland, TX, is seeking to hire a full-time Municipal Court Supervisor!
Our Court Supervisor earns a competitive salary of $60,848.51 to $71,371.32, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COURT SUPERVISOR
General Description
The purpose of this job within the organization is to oversee and perform a variety of clerical duties related to the maintenance of court records, as well as supervising the Municipal Court Clerks.
This job works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.
Duties and Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this job. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Essential Functions:
Assists customers at the window and on the telephone with fine payments, court dates, trial settings, defensive driving and other inquiries.
Provides leadership and direction to staff in conjunction with the Municipal Court Administrator.
Supervises clerks to ensure the court operating standards are upheld.
Assists the Municipal Judge in courtroom, on the computer, and with paperwork for arraignments, trials, and hearings when needed.
Records case disposition, court orders, and arrangement for payment of court fees.
Receives and processes faxes from defendants and attorneys.
Prepares records case disposition, court orders, and arrangement for payment of court fees.
Collects court fees or fines and records amounts collected.
Performs computer data entry of all citations and other Class "C" misdemeanor charges filed in Municipal Court.
Examines legal documents submitted to court for adherence to law or court procedures; prepares cases or routes documents; mails or faxes correspondence from the court or judge to defendants and attorneys.
Performs necessary paperwork and follows up on citations, arrests, cash bonds, bail bonds, PR bonds, and affidavits.
Explains procedures or forms to parties in case.
Trains, monitors, and oversees Deputy Court Clerks when the Municipal Court Administrator and Chief Court Clerk are out of office.
Assists customers at the window and on the telephone with fine payments, court dates, trial settings, defensive driving and other inquiries.
Additional Duties:
Assists appraising performance with supervisor, assisting with rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Monitors daily activities of court clerks and assists supervisor in assigned daily tasks.
Performs computer data entry of citations and other Class "C" misdemeanor charges filed in Municipal Court; maintains and updates all records on computer.
Processes local/state reports to other departments and various State Agencies, citations, voided and missing citations reports.
Provides leadership and direction to staff in conjunction with the Municipal Court Administrator.
Balances cash drawer and daily deposits.
Prepares docket or calendar of cases to be called.
Processes warrants and enters information onto Southeast Texas Crime Information Center (SETCIC) database.
Maintains forms for daily operations of the court in our software system.
Orders interpreters for court hearings
Records trial stats for monthly reports.
Subpoenas defendants for trials.
Processes monthly, daily, and weekly reports.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized
courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in business, law, or
closely related field.
Requires two years general clerical and detail related work in a legal setting or closely
related experience.
The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties
and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions
in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in
another.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Texas Driver's License
TMCEC Level I Certification, required
TMCEC Level II Certification, preferred
Fingerprint for CJIS/TLETS
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance