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Juvenile Court Clerk

This is responsible administrative and legal work assisting with the coordination of criminal and civil cases handled by the Juvenile Division of General Sessions Court in Sevier County. The incumbent is primarily responsible for organizing and coordinating civil court dockets, notifying law enforcement personnel, attorneys, witnesses, and defendants regarding court proceedings and collecting fines, fees, child support payments, etc. imposed by the court. Additional activities associated with the job include issuing failure to appear warrants, setting up and maintaining files for all cases coming before the court, recording court hearings and serving as a liaison between the session court judges, law enforcement agencies and the public. Job responsibilities require strong organizational, decision-making and interpersonal skills and considerable knowledge of courtroom proceedings and legal processes associated with criminal and civil cases involving juveniles heard before the court. Job performance is evaluated by the Juvenile Court Clerk through review of the efficiency and effectiveness of juvenile court operations, ability to interact successfully with law enforcement personnel, defendants, attorneys and the public, organizational and decision-making skills and knowledge of legal procedures and protocols associated with Juvenile Court operations.

Graduation from an accredited four-year high school supplemented with coursework and training in criminal justice, law enforcement, public administration or closely related field; a minimum of two years experience working in court operations and/or law enforcement; strong decision making, organizational and interpersonal skills; or any equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Considerable knowledge of all legal transactions and proceedings associated with Juvenile Court operations including applicable sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, general manual for Clerks of the Courts and Local Rules of the Court.
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to the rights of juvenile defendants, victims and witnesses involved in legal matters before the court.
• Considerable knowledge of the statutes applicable to juvenile defendants involved in civil matters before the court and/or placed on probation, public service requirements, etc.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to the supervision of individuals placed on probation.
• Ability to coordinate and organize the daily operations of Juvenile Court in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to interact in a tactful and professional manner with defendants, witnesses, family members, law enforcement personnel, attorneys and the public.
• Ability to make appropriate and timely decisions regarding the scheduling of juvenile court operations, disposition of cases and level of compliance with court ordered remedies and restitution.
• Ability to perform data entry activities in a consistently accurate manner and account for all fees and fines received by the court.
• Ability to prioritize job related activities to insure the efficient operation of the court and completion of all assignments in a timely and thorough manner.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to inappropriate and/or violent behavior when required.
• Skill in diffusing difficult and/or potentially dangerous situations.

Join Sevier County Government – Where Your Benefits Work for You!

Sevier County Government offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our full-time employees. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Quality coverage for you and your family
• County-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability – Peace of mind at no extra cost
• Retirement Benefits – Automatic enrollment in the TN Consolidated Retirement System upon hire
• Paid Time Off – Vacation time is earned based on length of service, while sick time accrues according to your assigned shift
• Paid Holidays - Enjoy designated paid holidays throughout the year as part of your benefits package
• Wellness Perks – Employees with county medical coverage get access to the Sevier County Wellness Clinic for primary and urgent care, plus covered prescriptions
• Additional Coverage Options – Flexible spending accounts, voluntary life and AD&D, short-term disability, HRA accounts for dental and vision, and more!

Come work with us and enjoy benefits that truly make a difference! Apply today!