SENIOR TRAFFIC COURT SPECIALIST 0057

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class supervises a number of Traffic Court Specialists engaged in processing and recording legal documents, and performing specialized work that requires thorough knowledge of Traffic Court proceedings and understanding of legal terminology. All work is performed according to standard procedures prescribed by state law, judicial determination and administrative directives. Supervision is exercised over Traffic Court Specialists and general clerical employees, and includes guiding them in proper procedures and in problem solving. Work involves contact with attorneys and the general public regarding court functions and procedures. Work is performed under the supervision of a Traffic Court Supervisor or other administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Supervises and trains personnel in the maintenance of traffic court files, courtroom correspondence, and other clerical duties;

Reviews daily docket’s case history and ensures all pleadings are with the appropriate files;

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

Collects, marks, and maintains exhibits and other evidence, and returns upon completion of proceedings;

Oversees and trains Traffic Court Specialists on notices of trials and other related court correspondence;

Supervises the maintenance of traffic court files;

Answers correspondence pertaining to the Traffic Court;

Analyzes legal documents and papers related to motor vehicle and parking cases and certificates of convictions to aid prosecutors and judges in courtrooms;

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of general office practices, procedures, terminology, and equipment; good knowledge of business English, arithmetic; thorough knowledge of legal terminology and traffic court proceedings; ability to type 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 traffic court rules, polices, and procedures; ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to assign, supervise and review the work of personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Completion of sixty (60) credits from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, and three (3) years of experience in the maintenance of computerized records or files.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Traffic Court Specialist.

R 9/23/19

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive