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Limestone County Commission PROBATE CLERK I in Decatur, Alabama
JOB SUMMARY This position performs clerical and customer service duties in support of the operations of the Probate Court. MAJOR DUTIES Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance to the general public, attorneys, public officials, and others; forward calls and directs visitors to appropriate staff. Receives payments and records marriage certificates; prepares and delivers the requested quantity of certified marriage certificates. Checks documents for recording fee accuracy and for compliance with state requirements. Prepares real estate documents for recording, including deeds, mortgages, releases, liens, etc.; calculates taxes and fees. Clocks documents and certificates for addition to office records. Indexes recorded documents to aid in record searches. Verifies indexed items for accuracy and completeness. Prepares documentation for initial term and renewals of Notary Public Commissioners; administers notary oaths; compiles monthly notary reports; prepares Notary Certifications. Creates copy accounts for abstractors, attorneys, banks, realtors, and the general public; receives and records related fees. Conducts records searches. Assists military personnel in obtaining discharge documentation. Receives and files probate court instruments. 310 West Washington St r e e t Athens, Alabama 35611 Phone (256) 233 -6400 Fax (256) 233-6403 www.limestonecounty-al.gov Sets dockets for name change hearings; advises visitors of documentation required for opening a case; prepares identification documents for hearings. Certifies official copies. Faxes and emails documents as requested. Performs related duties.
