Judiciary Clerk - Civil

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Telework, 1 day per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

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Essential Functions:

The Judiciary Clerk is an entry-level clerical position performing case processing duties and responsibilities in the Civil Division, specifically Child Support Administration work, daily which entails a high volume of data entry for multiple case types. The main purpose of this position is to assist the public and court-related personnel via telephone, in person, and through electronic filing regarding court policies and procedures.

Greets and assists the public and court related personnel, responding to inquiries regarding the proper completion of various court related forms and information regarding court policies and procedures.

Prepares case files and ensures that all necessary documents are complete and accurate in accordance with established court procedures. Processes and maintains case files by reviewing pleadings, typing docket information, and establishing case file folders. Enters new cases and updates existing case information into the court?s data system.

Reviews and processes legal documents such as body attachments, subpoenas, summonses, contempts, continuances, and modifications.

Receives, enters, and accounts for all monies received by the court for fines, court costs and other fees, utilizing a computerized cash register. Receives, opens, sorts, and distributes mail to the appropriate section of the court.

Education:

High School diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience:

One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal or financial services.

Note:

A Bachelor?s Degree may substitute the required work experience.

A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.

A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.

Knowledge of:

General office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.

Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Skill in:

Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.

Typing on a personal computer.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to:

Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, microfilm machine, register, scanner, fax machine, etc.

Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.

Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.

Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.

Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.

Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.

Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.

Multi-task and remember a variety of steps for many case types.

Keep a good rapport with all outside entities by quickly replying to their requests and getting them the correct information and appropriate resources.

The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.