Under the supervision of the Register of Deeds and the appointed Deputy, the clerk is responsible for the performance, according to well-established procedures of clerical tasks. Decisions made are limited to established precedents and departmental policy. Primary responsibilities include: recording legal documents in numerical indices and cadastral maps, assisting the public and other governmental agencies with information requests, computer input, and scanning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain various records and cadastral maps which require attention to accuracy.
- Maintain files according to predetermined classification.
- Operate typewriter, calculator, copy machine, PCs & other simple office machines.
- Assist public and other governmental agencies with information requests according to established policy.
- Responsible for computer input, printing reports, and other computer-related work.
- First person to answer incoming calls, transfer calls, or assist with information requests.
- Accept documents presented for filing and recording.
- Calculate and collect statutory fees and Nebraska Documentary Stamp Tax Revenue.
- Proof computer input information, which includes fees and all of the document information.
- Maintain daily bookwork. Balance cash on hand with the required balance and prepare bank deposits.
- Assist public and other governmental agencies with information requests. Create and maintain good working relationships with the public, professional, and government offices.
- Responsible for proofreading clerical work of office staff which includes numerical indexing, computer records, cadastral maps, and other records as required.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist other office staff with work if an overflow occurs.
- Maintain working knowledge of functions of the office.
- Perform related work as required
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- Any combination of training and/or work experience that enables the individual to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- A general qualification guideline for the position is the successful completion of a year of related office experience and any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
- Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of the operation of various simple office machines.
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures.
- Ability to type at a rate necessary to perform job requirements.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other agencies, and other employees.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to perform record-keeping functions.
- Ability to operate computer and printer.
- Knowledge of legal descriptions, i.e., the ability to read and map a legal description preferred.
- Computer experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL DEMANDS & TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office hazards are encountered: stooping & moderately heavy lifting. Occasional lifting of heavy books from heights.
- Hours are generally 9:00-5:00, with some flexibility, Monday through Friday with 1 hour lunch.
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
