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Programs - Clerks
Although annual education of municipal court clerks is not required, the Texas Legislature, the Court of Criminal Appeals, and the Texas Municipal Courts Association recognize the importance of training and allocating funds for that purpose. Clerks participating in the Municipal Clerk Certification Program are encouraged to apply for a TCCA scholarship that provides funding for supplemental education to further professional growth. Upcoming Seminars: 32-Hour New Clerk Seminar $100 AUSTINNew clerks and clerks who have never attended TMCEC conferences should first attend a 32-hour school. This seminar offers classes on basic court procedures along every step of the process from a filing of a complaint to collections. It provides new clerks with a foundation of knowledge to build upon while addressing common roadblocks that cause problems with effectiveness and accuracy. Register now.
Note: New clerks seminars are five days in length and begin at 1:00 p.m. on Monday and conclude at 12:00 noon on Friday. TMCEC will pay for sleeping rooms for the nights of Monday through Thursday. Court Administrator Seminar $50 AUSTINThis seminar is designed for and integrated into the third and final level of the Court Clerks Certification Program. Becoming a Certified Muinicipal Court Clerk requires the leadership skills of the court administrator. This program focuses on developing the court administrator as a manager andsupervisor and provides an overall picture of Texas municipal courts and their administration. The seminar is open to court administrators or anyone seeking designation as a Certified Municipal Court Clerk. Register now. June 29-July 1, 2009 Omni Austin Downtown Austin Register by: 5/29/09 •Special Topic: Court Administrator Seminar $50 AUSTINICM: Managing TechnologyCourts succeed when they properly manage technology fundamentals. Court leaders must be savvy about technology project planning, project management, technology standards, and how to use technology to assist courts in day-to-day operations. Learn how technology can be used in all of the National Association for Court Management's core competencies as well as the role technology should play in organizational performance. This course is designed to help administrators and clerks manage technology and technology resources, enhance their technology management skills, and integrate technology into their management strategies. It is being offered by TMCEC in conjunction with the Institute for Court Management and the National Center for State Courts. This course is a three-day program. The February 8-11 program begins at 8 a.m. on Day Two and concludes at 12 noon on Day Four. This course counts toward certification in the Texas Municipal Courts Certification Program and in the NCSC Court Executive Development Program and Court Management Program. Tuition for NCSC courses is usually $845. There is only a $50 registration fee for municipal clerks and court administrators to attend this February as grant funds are underwriting the cost. Housing is provided, if requested, on the nights of February 8th, 9th, and 10th. Note: Study sessions will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2009 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Certification exams will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2009. Register now. February 8-11, 2009 Omni Hotel Southpark Austin Register by: 1/3/09 Note: This course counts toward certification hours in the Texas Municipal Courts Certification Program and in the NCSC Court Executive Development Program and Court Management Program. Clerk certification testing will be held. 12-Hour Clerk Seminar $50 REGIONALThe regional seminars for experienced clerks feature breakout sessions addressing a wide range of issues such as authority and duties, ethics, statutory law, proper processes, reporting requirements, and management. An optional pre-conference concerning Court Security will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m. on the day before each of the 12-hour regional seminars. This allows for participants’ registration fees and travel to be paid for by local security funds. Register now. See this years agenda.
• Special Topic: Traffic Safety Conference $50 AustinTMCEC will be offering a 14.5 hour, three-day Traffic Safety Conference in cooperation with TxDOT for municipal judges, clerks, and city officials. The preliminary agenda includes topics such as Booster Seats & Child Safety Seats, OmniBase, DUI, Points & Surcharges, and much more. Register now. May 27-29, 2009 Omni Hotel Southpark Austin Register by: 4/4/2009 How Can You Get Most of Your Expenses Covered? Traffic Safety Award recipients will be recognized at the conference and receive complimentary conference registration, travel to and from the conference to include airfare or mileage that within state guidelines, two nights at the beautiful Omni Hotel and most meals and refreshments. To find out how your court can be selected to receive this honor, contact Lisa Robinson, TxDOT Grant Administrator, at 800.252.3718 or robinson@tmcec.com. • |
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