Junior Traffic Court Clerk (Temporary)

RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW. 

FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER   (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.) 

Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

An incumbent to a position in this class performs specialized work relating to Traffic Court functions, requiring some knowledge of statutes and laws governing the practices and procedures of Traffic Courts.   All work is performed according to standard procedures prescribed by state law, judicial determination and administrative directives.  Work involves contact with attorneys and the general public regarding court functions and procedures. Work is performed under the supervision of a Senior Traffic Court Clerk or Administrator.  Performs related duties as required.

Prepares case information and files, and organizes cases according to court calendar;

Generates letters and notices to violators;

Schedules the court calendar, coordinating Police Officer’s and court’s availability;

Accesses DMV database records to obtain background information for prosecutors and judges; 

Reads and summarizes case documents and information for prosecutors; 

Explains rules and policies to motorists;

Enters data into electronic files;

Verifies correctness of entered data; detects and corrects errors;

Proofreads documents for adherence to court procedures;

Calculates, collects, and records fines, penalties, and fees;

Communicates with Police Officers and court personnel regarding court policies and procedures; 

Records disposition, fines, and other case data in electronic files;

Maintains electronic case records.

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Completion of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university plus one (1) year of clerical experience in a court or Department of Motor Vehicles.

Good knowledge of general office practices, procedures, terminology, and equipment; 

Good knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; good know­ledge of legal terminology and court proceedings; 

Ability to input/retrieve data on a computer terminal rapidly and accurately;

Ability to identify and correct errors; 

Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; 

Ability to understand and interpret written material, including court rules, polices, and procedures; Ability to make decisions in accordance with state statutes relating to court procedures; 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys, judges, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public; 

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.