Clerks Assistant Case/Records Administration

Clerk's Assistant Case/Records AdministrationThe Court of Appeals of Virginia is seeking a Clerk's Assistant to provide floating support to the Case Administration and Records Administration Team. On the case administration side, the Team is the Court's main contact with the public. These employees answer many questions in person at the Court's front counter, over the phone, and by email, and serve those individuals who wish to examine records, file pleadings, pay filing fees, and request copies of documents. They are responsible for processing electronic and paper filings, processing filing fee payments made by credit card, check, money order, and cash, as well as assisting the public and attorneys with the use of the Court's electronic filing portal. On the records side, the team processes the receipt and return of trial court records from across the Commonwealth. This team provides critical support in receiving trial court records, preparing this Court's records for transmittal to the Supreme Court of Virginia and U.S. District Courts, and returning records and certifying orders to Virginia trial courts upon completion of the appeals. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Case AdministrationAssists the public and attorneys with inquiries regarding Court procedure and case status in person, over the phone, and by email. Assists the public and attorneys with accessing Court documents and records both in person and electronically. Assists the public and attorneys with the use of the Court's electronic filing portal (VACES). Downloads Court filings from the Court's electronic filing portal (VACES), and analyzes and uploads those filings to the Court's case management database (ACMS). Processes paper filings received by hand and mail, analyzes, scans, and uploads those filings to the Court's case management database (ACMS). Processes receipt of filing fees. Performs other duties as assigned by the Clerk.Records AdministrationAssists trial court staff members with registration and use of the Court's electronic filing portal (VACES). Downloads trial court records from the Court's electronic filing portal (VACES) and analyzes and uploads those records onto the Court's case management database (ACMS). Processes trial court records received in paper format; analyzes, scans, and logs those records onto the Court's case management database (ACMS). Prepares records for transmission to the Supreme Court of Virginia and the U.S. District Courts. Prepares and issues correspondence. Returns records and certifies orders to the trial courts upon completion of the appeal. Performs other duties as assigned by the Clerk.Minimum Qualifications The most competitive candidates will possess: Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. An associate's or 4-year degree is preferred. Experience working in a court or law office is also preferred. Applicants must possess an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe, and related computer programs. Applicants must have experience dealing with a high volume of work under time constraints, as well as be excellent at multitasking and follow-up. Applicant's work history should include working well with colleagues and the public. Contact Information Email: Humanresources@VACourts.gov Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer