Department Manager - District Clerk - Civil

Job Description

Description

The Department Manager performs supervisory and managerial work overseeing administrative procedures and accounting functions of the department. This position coordinates workflow for the department by supervising activities of employees as well as performs personnel administration functions pertaining to subordinates.

Examples of Duties

Organizes and maintains secured and confidential files and records according to established policies and procedures.

Prepares time sheets and coordinates scheduling to ensure the office has coverage; prepares agenda for meetings as necessary.

Assists in evaluating applications, interviewing, hiring, disciplining, and terminating employees as necessary; trains employees as needed.

Manages the development, implementation, and administration of the department records system; oversees, monitors, and controls quality of the data entry.

Assists in the preparation and administration of budget requests and budgetary matters by compiling figures and researching methods of savings and efficiency; forecasts for budget and workflow needs.

Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Coordinates workflow; assigns specific responsibilities and supervises activities of subordinates.

Oversees personnel administrative functions pertaining to the felony criminal clerks.

Prepares and administers budget requests.

Coordinates scheduling of employees and approves or denies time-off requests; prepares time sheets for treasurer for civil/family division.

Coordinates the appeals process and prepares clerk records.

Maintains and destroys court exhibits as law allows.

Oversees the supervision of assigned personnel which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and minimum three years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.

College degree in related field preferred.

Specific certifications may be required for this position.

Supplemental Information

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Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

*Note: These benefits are not includedfor Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Denton Countyis an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

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Family Medical Leave:Denton Countyemployees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave.
The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave

• for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
• to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
• for an employee with a serious health condition

Employees who will be away from work for one of these reasons should contact Human Resources for additional information. When possible, an employee should provide at least 30 days advance notice. In the case of an emergency, notification should be made as soon as possible.

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Closing Date/Time: Continuous