Intern - Municipal Court

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of duties and tasks in support of the Juvenile Case Management program to include but not limited to assisting in daily activities of juvenile cases and planning and organizing Courts’ participation in National Night Out.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assists in daily activities of management of juvenile cases which may include: attending municipal court juvenile proceedings, assisting with juvenile docket preparation and assisting with maintaining list of service agencies to provide access for community service opportunities.
• Plans, organizes and implements Courts’ participation in the annual National Neighborhood Night Out which may include: preparing materials, displays and activities to bring awareness to truancy and juvenile substance abuse prevention and collaborating with other City departments on activities for the annual event.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Must be a full-time student at a nationally accredited college or university studying Criminal Justice or a related social science.

Experience: Six (6) months of work experience preferred.

Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit to and pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test. Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Basic knowledge of municipal court proceedings and process.

Skilled in: Using reasoning skills to solve problems; working with others effectively in a team environment; utilizing technology effectively; using a personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, internet, and Google products; accepting responsibility for their actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetics, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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Work Hours: Up to 20 hours per week, with days and hours varying based on the needs of the department/facility.

Hourly Pay Rate: $16.67

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