State of Nebraska

Probate Clerk

Gering, NE

No sponsorshipDetected 11 days ago

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About the role

Responsible for the review and acceptance of electronic and over the counter filings for permanent record, case assignment, file assembly, and entry of case information into court software.
Responsible for the monitoring and reviewing for case progression timeline compliance.
Prepares notices, correspondences for probate hearings, as well as additional correspondences, as instructed by the Judges and/or Judicial Administrator/Clerk Magistrate.

This classification level performs a variety of high-level support/clerical tasks that require exceptional attention to detail of work processes to promote effective and expeditious decision making, by the appropriate authority, of the following: wills, special administrations, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.
Performs other clerical tasks such as answering phone, processing mail, receipting money, and performing other general office duties.
Performs clerical tasks, which includes review and acceptance of electronic and over the counter filings; collecting fees and other payments; receiving, processing, sorting, filing, and/or distributing a variety of correspondence, materials, billings, payments, deliveries, mail, and/drop paperwork, and other applicable documents.
Enters information into applicable court databases and/or other computerized systems to collect and maintain court records and information in assigned area of responsibility and process court motions/filings.
Prepares, records, and/or maintains information, to include verifying filings and information for accuracy and ensuring appropriate corrections are completed.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
Paid training to develop your skills

Associate degree in related field or High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) combined with 4 years of related experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Providing customer service.
Maintaining records.
Performing data entry.
Operating standard office equipment.
Using computers and related software applications.
Reviewing reports for accuracy.
Read and comprehend departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and instructions.
Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required, not to exceed 20 lbs.

$38,878.81 annually (Hiring Rate).
Immediate Growth: Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period (if starting at Hiring Rate).
Starting Rate Flexibility: Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.
Future Increases: Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval.
13 paid holidays annually

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance
Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase
Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan
FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy
Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase
Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Equal Opportunity Statement

The Judicial Branch does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. **

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