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EDINBURG, Texas – The Office of Court Administration (OCA) began conducting an in-depth operational and management review of the Hidalgo County District Clerk’s Office, an initiative which has been an ongoing effort. The purpose of the operational review is to establish a comprehensive list of recommended best business practices to provide training and resources to other district clerks in the State of Texas.
Key areas of the review include:
· Administrative Documents: A thorough examination of all office and county policies and procedures.
· Human Resources: Review of current job descriptions, employee evaluations, and the overall office work structure.
· Operational Efficiency: Assessment of current workflows and systems to ensure optimal service delivery to the public and the courts.
· Compliance: Ensuring all functions comply with statutory and constitutional duties governing the office of the district clerk.
· Case Management & Court Records Processes: Review mapping/coding for statutory required reporting and audits, case document securities, form and case indexing procedures and compliance, and general records management practices.
· Digitization: Assess use and reliance on technology, use of automation and potential enhancement to ensure maximizing potential of all available resources.
“We are incredibly proud to be working with the Office of Court Administration in this review and identifying operational models that can serve as a benchmark for district clerks statewide,” said Hinojosa. “It highlights our dedication to transparency and efficiency and my personal commitment to ensuring our office operates with the highest levels of integrity and accountability.
The Office of Court Administration (OCA) is a unique state agency in the Judicial Branch that operates under the direction and supervision of the Supreme Court of Texas and the Chief Justice. Their mission is to provide resources and information for the efficient administration of the Judicial Branch of Texas.
