Job Description

Posting number: 2026099

Department: Register of Deeds

Job classification: Deputy Register of Deeds II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry

Summary

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Carries out specialized administrative and technical duties within the Register of Deeds office, ensuring the accurate management, recording, and preservation of official public records. Provides essential services to the public, legal professionals, and government agencies, with a primary focus on document integrity, data management, and compliance with North Carolina General Statutes. Work is conducted under the direct supervision of the Register of Deeds, with a commitment to efficiency, accuracy, and public trust.

Examples of duties

• Thorough knowledge of North Carolina General Statutes governing the Register of Deeds office
• General knowledge of standard office methods and procedures, business English, spelling, and arithmetic
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and OneDrive)
• Ability to effectively use email, virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom), and cloud-based collaboration tools
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting office technology, including scanners, printers, and data entry systems
• Knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures of the Register of Deeds office and document indexing systems
• Ability to make independent decisions regarding assigned duties while ensuring compliance with laws and policies
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact professionally with colleagues, government officials, and the public
• Ability to multitask and work with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution

Preferred Experience

• Experience in clerical work, document management, public service, or legal records administration preferred
• Prior experience working with Microsoft Office, data entry systems, and online government portals is an advantage

Supplemental information

• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, standing, and walking; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of office machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. The worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

The County of Moore is a drug-free workplace and Equal Opportunity employer.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Moore County will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a background check, drug test, and post offer physical.

Moore County is an E-Verify Participant