Welcome to the Piatt County, Illinois Website.
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COURTHOUSE HOURS:
Monday thru Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Closed Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays
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Effective immediately, all persons in public areas of the courthouse are strongly encouraged to wear a mask or face covering. Face coverings may also be required by the sheriff for entry into the courthouse. Face coverings are required for courtroom appearances. The public is being asked to not bring minor children into the courthouse, and such persons may be refused entry by the sheriff.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PIATT COUNTY CLERK & RECORDER'S OFFICE
The Office of Jennifer Harper, Piatt County Clerk & Recorder, is seeking a hard-working, detail-oriented individual with good work ethics for the position of part-time Deputy Clerk, in a fast-paced office. The ability to interact courteously with the public, math skills and the ability to maintain accurate records are required. Will train motivated, quick learning individuals. Generous benefits available. Additional hours may be required during elections. Pre-Employment screenings are required. A link to the job application can be found below or a job application may be picked up at the Piatt County Clerk’s Office, 101 W Washington Street, Monticello, IL.
Click here for Piatt County Clerk job application.
Piatt County is an EOA/ADA employer
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PIATT COUNTY PROBATION SECRETARY (PART-TIME)
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Duties include; Manage departmental billing and claims; maintain current budget and departmental records; complete criminal record checks; order departmental supplies and handle incoming and outgoing mail; review court dockets and summarize pertinent information to the assigned probation officer; receive and relay incoming telephone calls and greet individuals as they enter the probation department. Assist officers as needed with drug testing and other duties. Applicants should have knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word and willing to learn other software programs.
Submit resumes including references to:
Piatt County Probation, Room 310
101 W. Washington Street
Monticello, IL 61856
Piatt County is an EOA/ADA employer
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PIATT COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK'S OFFICE
The Office of Seth E. Floyd, Piatt County Circuit Clerk, is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time positions of Deputy Circuit Clerk and Chief Deputy Circuit Clerk. The ideal candidate will be a detail oriented, self-starter with experience in the legal system, bookkeeping, clerical duties, and computer applications. Generous compensation package. Completed application is required. A link to the application can be found below or an application may be picked up at the Piatt County Circuit Clerk’s Office, 101 W Washington Street, Room 206, Monticello, IL.
Click here for Piatt County Circuit Clerk job application.
Piatt County is an EOA/ADA employer
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Piatt
County Facts
Piatt County, named
for James A. Piatt, Sr., was established January 27, 1841, from
territory taken from Macon County. The County is 34 miles long,
containing 279,680 acres. Approximately 91% of this area is cropland,
3% pasture, 1% woodland and 5% other (municipalities, waterways,
highways). Elevations vary from 650 to 800 feet above sea level.
The County Seat is
Monticello. On July 1, 1837, James A. Piatt filed a plat of
Monticello in the old Courthouse in Decatur. On July 4, 1837, a
barbecue was held and lots were sold in the city named for the
Virginia home of Thomas Jefferson.
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(All information herein is presented
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basis for official or legal action. Information is subject to change
without notice.)
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