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Records Management Clerk Jobs in Columbia, SC at Burr & Forman LLP
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At Burr & Forman LLP, we have a foundational commitment to our clients, colleagues, and communities. The firm is currently hiring for aRecords Management Clerkin ourColumbia, SCoffice. When you join our team, you will benefit from the experience of interesting, pivotal work in a friendly and professional environment. We invest in our people to be sure we have the talent necessary to meet our clients’ legal needs and advance their business objectives. If you are interested in joining a highly collaborative, growth-minded organization, consider applying today. We offer a competitive salary complimented by an extensive suite of benefits and generous paid time off.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Responsible for active and inactive records management related to storing case files and original documents, including creating, maintaining, and cataloging files within a records management database and index bar coding client files for onsite and offsite storage.
Work with internal clients to properly identify stored boxes, index their contents, and record expected occupancy dates.
Follow up with legal secretaries or paralegals, according to predetermined schedule, regarding continuing need for space; upon receiving authorization to transfer boxes to off-site storage, process boxes and arrange for transport.
Perform data entry for storage transactions.
Act as liaison and customer service contact for individuals using centralized inactive and semi-active file storage space; prevent unauthorized access and unauthorized dumping of unassigned materials.
Access, edit, and maintain automated records management system; update circulation for materials maintained in inactive and semi-active file storage space, as well as status of all original documents received, filed with the court, returned to the client, or otherwise sent out.
Facilitate circulation of boxes from and to off-site records storage vendor; act as primary liaison with vendor.
Oversee inactive records management function, including processing requests for retrieval of boxes from storage, returning previously retrieved materials, processing new inventory for off-site storage, scheduling pickups and deliveries, and updating the automated the records management system to reflect status changes of retrieved/returned boxes.
Oversee tracking of all original documents received into or sent out of secure storage using the centralized, automated records management system, including details of when the documents were received, if they were filed with the court, returned to the client, or otherwise to whom the originals were sent; assign barcode to all incoming originals for ongoing tracking and reporting purposes.
Perform other administrative tasks as needed/requested.
THE ESSENTIALS
A high school diploma or equivalent and relevant work experience required; a college degree is preferred. Previous law firm experience a plus.
Professional appearance and demeanor with commitment to providing exceptional client-service.
Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook. Proficiency in MS Excel is a plus.
Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to lift and/or transpor…
Title: Records Management Clerk
Company: Burr & Forman LLP
Location: Columbia, SC
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