Appeals 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.

Main Purpose of Role:

This Appeals Clerk position has two primary duties: 1. Motions/Orders Duty: The Appeals Clerks handles the intake of motions and other filings with the Court; drafts appropriate letters, orders, notices for review and signature; assigns filings to other staff (e.g. Staff Attorneys) as appropriate; and processes orders, correspondence, and notices issued by the Court; and 2. Courtroom Duty:  The Appeals Clerk also serves as a courtroom clerk for oral argument held by the Court, which proceedings are held during the first 8 business days of each month.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Processes Court orders, including docketing, scanning, and ensuring that all parties are served.

Monitors the Court?s filing queue; processes motions for special admission, voluntary dismissals, stipulations, and other motions/papers filed with the Court.

Tracks time standards for the issuance of mandates upon the disposition of appeals other than by opinion.  Process the filing of mandates issued by the  ; ensures that all parties are served, that the mandate is transmitted to the circuit court, and that the record is set for return to the originating court.

Assists in other duties to ensure quality control, including reviewing and issuing brief deficiency orders when litigants? briefs do not confirm to the Rules.

Incumbent will serve in the courtroom one day per month and as a backup as needed.

Assists with customer service, including answering telephones and assisting individuals coming to the Court to file papers or obtain information.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience: Two (2) years of work experience, to include one (1) year 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/associate?s 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:

Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.

Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of business English, including proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Skill in:

Skill in using office productivity software to monitor workflow.

Ability to:

Ability to balance multiple conflicting priorities.

Ability to communicate case information to other court personnel, attorneys, and self-represented parties.

Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing and via telephone.

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 .

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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