Judiciary Clerk - Military veterans preferred

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, up to 2 days per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

Essential Job Functions:  

The Judiciary Clerk dockets all types of civil or criminal pleadings and enters court orders for Queen Anne's County Circuit Court.  The incumbent assists the public, attorneys, court agencies and staff by providing information about the status of cases and Clerk's office procedures, both in person and by telephone.  Processes and maintains all types of civil and family or criminal cases by determining case type, entering docket information, preparing and issuing summonses, notices or writs. Provides customer service at the counter and via phone. Serves as a cashier.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Provides information about the status of cases or office procedures.

Prepares electronic case files and ensures that all necessary documents are complete and accurate in accordance with established court procedures.

Processes and maintains electronic case files by reviewing pleadings, typing docket information, and establishing electronic case file.

Enters new cases and updates existing case information into the court's data systems.

Reviews and processes legal documents such as bench warrants, bond forfeitures, subpoenas, summonses, appeals, continuances, commitment papers and court dockets.

Types court notices, transmittals, and orders in accordance with established court procedures.

Receives, enters, and accounts for all monies received by the court for fines, court costs and other fees, utilizing a computerized cash register.

a variety of clerical work which may include civil or family cases, foreclosures, breach of contracts, garnishments, and/or criminal case types.

Processes new cases and sends them out for service of legal process via the Sheriff's Office or certified mail.

Receives, opens, sorts, and distributes mail to the appropriate section of the court.

Sorts and files various documents and materials according to an established file classification system.

Minimum Qualifications:

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, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Job related terminology, codes, comments, notations, orders, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws.

Personal Computers and software to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite.

Court forms, practices, procedures, protocols, systems, and equipment required to support the specialized work of the assigned unit(s).

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

Skill in:

Applying job-related terminology, codes, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws.

Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently. Communicating information effectively.

Analyzing submissions, court documents and legal documents, noting details and facts pertinent to this assignment.

Ability to:

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

Accept payments and distribute funds allocated to each fee charged.

Interpret, apply, and follow a variety of written or verbal instructions.

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

Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite and efficient manner.

Work within time constraints, meet fixed deadlines, and demonstrate good organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Equipment, Machinery and Tools:

Personal computer, scanner, copier, fax machine, multi-line telephone, cash register and postage meter.  All used daily to perform duties

Software and Computer Skills:

MDEC including Odyssey and File and Serve

Connect

DV Office

PaperVision

Microsoft Office with a focus on Word, Excel & Teams

Selection Process:

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta@mdcourts.gov.

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, 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 via email to or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

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