Deputy Clerk II

Deputy Clerk II

Salary

$44,030.00 Annually

Location

Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

202300757

Department

STATE COURT CLERK

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
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Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Description

Chatham County seeks a detail-oriented individual with fiscal accounting experience for a Deputy Court Clerk II role in the State Court Clerk's Office. This position combines accounting tasks with public service, ensuring accurate records and providing excellent customer service.

Examples of Duties

• Perform various accounting tasks along with administrative and clerical support, technical accounts processing, and financial recording duties.
• Serve as a sworn Deputy Clerk and will be authorized to accept filings, certify documents, and sign documents on behalf of the Clerk of Court.
• Apply accounting and budgetary principles to maintain standard fiscal and accounting records.
• Maintain, analyze, and reconcile projects.
• Create and maintain financial databases, project spreadsheets, and project files.
• Process accounts receivables in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure the proper receipting of fees.
• Utilize data entry skills, computer literacy, and knowledge of customized software applications in performing daily tasks.
• Use your customer service and communication skills as you assist the public by phone and in person.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• College level course work in accounting, bookkeeping, computer science, or a closely related field, and
• At least one (1) year of fiscal accounting experience, including using automated accounting tools; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Clerical testing will be required during the interview process for selected candidates.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in designing and/or using Excel spreadsheets.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS

Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire.

Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.

HEALTH - Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.

VISION - The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.

DENTAL - Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER - Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.

RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.

LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.

WELLNESS PROGRAM - Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS - Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.

HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF - Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree.
• No, I do not agree.

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• YES

03

Have you completed college level course work in accounting, bookkeeping, computer science, or a closely related field?

• YES
• NO

04

Do you have at least one (1) year of fiscal accounting experience, including using automated accounting tools, documented on your application?

• YES
• NO

05

Do you understand that clerical testing will be required during the interview process for selected candidates?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

Employer Chatham County Government

Address 123 Abercorn St

Savannah, Georgia, 31401

Phone 912-652-7964

Website https://chathamcountyga.gov