Job Description

This is the entry level of case processing work learning the legal processes and procedures and performing the full range of processing activities of limited complexity. This position is located in the Justice of the Peace Court call center.

Career Ladder

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This is a Career Ladder series. Incumbents underfilling as a Judicial Case Processor I will be considered for promotion to the Judicial Case Processor II level after meeting the minimum qualifications and Judiciary's promotional standards.

Essential Functions

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Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

JUDICIAL CASE PROCESSING

Reviews legal/court documents for completeness, accuracy and compliance with applicable time limitations, costs and court procedures and determines appropriate procedural requirement for processing. Prepares and issues a wide variety of court and legal documents. Research case files, records, databases and other sources of information to ensure accuracy of case data and resolve discrepancies. Enters information into manual or automated systems. Prepares and maintains files and records ensuring all required documents are included. Provides information on court/unit procedures and event status to the public, judges, attorneys and litigants. Attends hearings and proceedings to provide files, records, and case information to judicial officer; records event disposition.

Job Requirements

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JOB REQUIREMENTS for Judicial Case Processor I

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:



Six months' experience in document processing which includes reviewing and evaluating records for completeness and conformity with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures, resolve deficiencies, interpret information, and track and monitor activities.

Six months' experience in record keeping.

Six months' experience in using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.

Additional Posting Information

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This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Conditions of Hire

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.



Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Benefits

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To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

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The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.



Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

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Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.



The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.