Vollmer new Chief Deputy Clerk in Vermilion Parish

Vanessa Vollmer celebrated her birthday with not only cake, but with an official new title at the Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court’s Office as well.
Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court Diane Meaux Broussard recently named Vollmer the new Chief Deputy Clerk of Court. As it just so happens, the swearing-in ceremony occurred on April 19, Vollmer’s birthday.
“This is something that I will remember forever,” Vollmer said. “It really made it special.”
The Clerk of Court’s Office has been a special place for Vollmer. After all, she has worked in the office for nearly 21 years.
“I have really enjoyed my time here,” Vollmer said.
As for timing, it finally lined up for Broussard to officially appoint someone to the role formerly held by Carlton Campbell, who retired five years ago. Vollmer previously served as Broussard’s administrative assistant.
“Five years ago, Carlton Campbell retired from the Clerk of Court’s office,” Broussard said. “He had been my only Chief Deputy. I took my time to replace him because I knew that person would have big shoes to fill.
“After a long time of observing qualities I was looking for in a Chief Deputy, I appointed Vanessa.”
Vollmer is grateful for the opportunity.
“I am absolutely honored that she would entrust me with this,” Vollmer said.
There is indeed a strong trust between the two.
“Her and I work well together,” Vollmer said.
Broussard shared that sentiment.
“Vanessa and I work very well together,” Broussard said. “She understands my quirkiness.”
While excited, Vollmer said the move did not come without some nervousness. How would others in the office take the news?
“I think they were surprised,” Vollmer said, “but I got a genuine excitement from them. They were happy for me.
“That made me feel really good.”
Vollmer has seen a good amount of changes while with the clerk’s office.
“When I was hired in (July) 2000, I started out working in the Recording Department indexing land records,” Vollmer explained. “At that time, the public was relying heavily on printed copies of the index to do their research, as well as, using microfilm to view documents. In recent years, I’ve become very active in working closely with our software companies to help provide more efficient and convenient ways to do research and view documents. A vast amount of records are now available on computers and can be accessed directly from your home. During the pandemic, we quickly realized how necessary these features would become.”
“As technology continuously evolves, I am dedicated to looking for ways to move the office forward and provide convenient access to the information our office has to offer.”
Vollmer said she is confident the ever-evolving path of the clerk’s office will not be a challenge for the people who work there.
“We have a great staff,” Vollmer said. “The younger group is catching on really fast. We are moving forward and everyone is getting a good grasp of it.”
Vollmer is prepared to do her part.
“This means a lot to me,” Vollmer said. “I am ready for the challenge. I feel like the Clerk of Court’s Office is in by blood now.
“I thank Diane for entrusting me and I thank my coworkers for making this such a good place to work.”