Salary:
$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Location :
Houston, TX Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
16356 Department:
Justice of the Peace, 7-1 Opening Date:
02/24/2026 Closing Date:
3/24/2026 11:59 PM Central Max Number of Applicants:
250
Position Description The Court Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties and provides administrative support to the Harris County Justice of the Peace and Justice Court.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and process citations, complaints, petitions, affidavits, applications, or information instituting a cause of action and enter information in the court's case management software. Perform extensive data entry and scanning. Monitor cases, set cases for the appropriate dockets, and notify parties of upcoming court dates. Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Odyssey Case Management System functionality. Review and interpret orders signed by the judge to determine next actions. Serve as a point of contact with defendants, plaintiffs, attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement, interested parties, and the general public regarding the status, disposition, and pending actions of cases. Assist the public in person, by phone, or by email regarding the status, disposition, or pending actions on court cases. Prepares summons, warrants, and issue civil citations, eviction citations, subpoenas, and writs. Perform cashier duties, and responsible for balancing end of day totals. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned by the judge and department supervisors. The ability to work well with other staff members and the public. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test
and
score
a minimum score of 90% and a typing speed of 40 w.p.m with a 90% accuracy. Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent Minimum of two (2) years of clerical or customer service work experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Basic computer skills including proficiency in the use of MS Office software, such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Detail oriented and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be punctual, dependable and have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work well with other staff members and the public. Must demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality when required. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Must be able to work overtime without prior notification including correcting problems after normal business hours. No prior felony conviction. Physical Requirements:
This position may at times require bending, stooping, lifting up to twenty (20) pounds, frequent walking, standing and sitting.
NOTE
:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"
will not be accepted for qualifications. Preferences
Bilingual in English/Spanish General Information Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test
using the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test
Click the above link to the HRT Clerical Skills Test registration page. Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing. You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours. You will have no more than 5 business days to access and complete testing. Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application. The test may be taken once every 30 days. Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months. Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Overtime as Required
Physical Requirements:
This position may at times require bending, stooping, lifting up to twenty (20) pounds, frequent walking, standing and sitting. Salary:
$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 pay periods Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan. The following benefits are offered
only
to Harris County employees in
regular (full-time)
positions: Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Wellness Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO)
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service) Eleven (11) County-observed holidays One (1) floating holiday per year Paid Parental Leave* Sick Leave Retirement Savings Benefit
457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in
full-time
and select
part-time
positions:
Professional learning & development opportunities Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) Flexible work schedule* METRO RideSponsor Program*
* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas. In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: 01
Do you have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. equivalency?
Yes No
02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable clerical or customer service work experience, including heavy data entry and handling a multi-line phone system? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented on your application's employment history.)
Less than one year One year or more, but less than two Two years or more, but less than three Three years or more, but less than four Four years or more, but less than five Five or more years No experience
03
Please describe your experience and type of work performed as it relates to this position. You can make reference to your employment history, but do not use "See Resume", as we do not use resumes for qualifications. If you do not have this experience, please type "none" in the space provided. 04
Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software? Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simplepresentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.
Advanced Intermediate Basic Entry Level Not proficient
05
Which of the following Microsoft Office programs have you used proficiently during your previous employment? Select all that apply
Excel Word PowerPoint Publisher Access SharePoint Outlook Windows None of the Above
06
Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?
Yes No
Required Question
$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Location :
Houston, TX Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
16356 Department:
Justice of the Peace, 7-1 Opening Date:
02/24/2026 Closing Date:
3/24/2026 11:59 PM Central Max Number of Applicants:
250
Position Description The Court Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties and provides administrative support to the Harris County Justice of the Peace and Justice Court.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and process citations, complaints, petitions, affidavits, applications, or information instituting a cause of action and enter information in the court's case management software. Perform extensive data entry and scanning. Monitor cases, set cases for the appropriate dockets, and notify parties of upcoming court dates. Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Odyssey Case Management System functionality. Review and interpret orders signed by the judge to determine next actions. Serve as a point of contact with defendants, plaintiffs, attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement, interested parties, and the general public regarding the status, disposition, and pending actions of cases. Assist the public in person, by phone, or by email regarding the status, disposition, or pending actions on court cases. Prepares summons, warrants, and issue civil citations, eviction citations, subpoenas, and writs. Perform cashier duties, and responsible for balancing end of day totals. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned by the judge and department supervisors. The ability to work well with other staff members and the public. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test
and
score
a minimum score of 90% and a typing speed of 40 w.p.m with a 90% accuracy. Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent Minimum of two (2) years of clerical or customer service work experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Basic computer skills including proficiency in the use of MS Office software, such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Detail oriented and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be punctual, dependable and have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work well with other staff members and the public. Must demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality when required. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Must be able to work overtime without prior notification including correcting problems after normal business hours. No prior felony conviction. Physical Requirements:
This position may at times require bending, stooping, lifting up to twenty (20) pounds, frequent walking, standing and sitting.
NOTE
:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"
will not be accepted for qualifications. Preferences
Bilingual in English/Spanish General Information Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test
using the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test
Click the above link to the HRT Clerical Skills Test registration page. Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing. You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours. You will have no more than 5 business days to access and complete testing. Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application. The test may be taken once every 30 days. Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months. Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Overtime as Required
Physical Requirements:
This position may at times require bending, stooping, lifting up to twenty (20) pounds, frequent walking, standing and sitting. Salary:
$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 pay periods Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan. The following benefits are offered
only
to Harris County employees in
regular (full-time)
positions: Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Wellness Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO)
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service) Eleven (11) County-observed holidays One (1) floating holiday per year Paid Parental Leave* Sick Leave Retirement Savings Benefit
457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in
full-time
and select
part-time
positions:
Professional learning & development opportunities Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) Flexible work schedule* METRO RideSponsor Program*
* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas. In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: 01
Do you have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. equivalency?
Yes No
02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable clerical or customer service work experience, including heavy data entry and handling a multi-line phone system? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented on your application's employment history.)
Less than one year One year or more, but less than two Two years or more, but less than three Three years or more, but less than four Four years or more, but less than five Five or more years No experience
03
Please describe your experience and type of work performed as it relates to this position. You can make reference to your employment history, but do not use "See Resume", as we do not use resumes for qualifications. If you do not have this experience, please type "none" in the space provided. 04
Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software? Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simplepresentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.
Advanced Intermediate Basic Entry Level Not proficient
05
Which of the following Microsoft Office programs have you used proficiently during your previous employment? Select all that apply
Excel Word PowerPoint Publisher Access SharePoint Outlook Windows None of the Above
06
Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?
Yes No
Required Question