Courtroom ClerkMaryland State Judiciary

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. 

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Essential Job Functions:  

The Courtroom Clerk conducts and assists with all court proceedings including Criminal, Civil, Family, Jury Trials, Truancy, Juvenile, Domestic Violence, and CINA cases for Calvert County Circuit Court. The incumbent of this position completes docket entry sheets for each case, enters information in the Enterprise Justice System to reflect the information provided; and generates temporary and final protective orders for service upon the Sheriff?s Office. Answers calls from outside agencies, the public and counsel. Completes other duties as assigned, including assisting with expungement cases.

Prepare docket sheets, prepare criminal forms for court, test equipment for proper operation. Ensure that all parties are present prior to calling the Judge into the courtroom. Complete docket entries from all court hearings in the Enterprise Justice System, record bench time, assist and provide information about cases to attorneys and the public. Prepare all paperwork such as probation, restitution, commitment, bail bond, and release forms/paperwork. Interpret rulings and compose docket entries on hearing sheet.

Assist in selecting and documenting the jury selection process, to include roll call, record number of strikes by attorneys, maintain a list of jurors selected, communicate with jury commissioner as needed. Administer oaths to jurors, witnesses and interpreters. Take notes, mark exhibits and generate necessary paperwork, and review information for accuracy prior to submitting for the judge?s signature. Update court files for criminal, civil, juvenile, and family cases and input data as needed to complete court files. Enter dispositions, judgements, postponements, costs and court orders into Enterprise Justice System.

Review work for accuracy to ensure proceedings of court are recorded in a clear, concise and legible manner.

File stamp pleadings, true test and certify documents, sign and seal grand jury summonses. Process transcript request, assist Judges and Magistrates as required.

Responsible for daily activity of assigned courtroom and maintaining organization for ease of workflow. Assist with other clerical functions and customer service when not assigned to the courtroom.

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/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:

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

Legal terminology and court procedures.

Judicial policies, procedures, and forms.

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

Skill in:

Operation of recording equipment, computer terminals, and related software.

Typing on a personal computer.

Managing priorities to meet critical deadlines while multitasking.

Ability to:

Acquire knowledge of Maryland Judiciary procedures, rules, practices, regulations, and jurisdictional courts.

Make work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, rules, and Judiciary policies and procedures.

Apply job-related terminology, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws to define problems, collect data, establish facts, record data, appropriately complete forms, and provide information to customers.

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

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

Multitask, adjust to situations quickly, set priorities, and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.

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

Handle sensitive or difficult situations requiring discretion and confidentiality.

Understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions.

Pay attention to detail.

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

Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems. 

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, superiors, and/or general public.

Interpret rulings and compose docket entries.

Use independent judgement to discern and record pertinent information.

Perform all essential functions of the position.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equipment, Machinery and Tools:

Computer/laptop. Typewriter. Calculator. Fax machine. Telephone. Recording devices ? CourtSmart and various programs, such as Polycom and Zoom.

Software and Computer Skills:

Enterprise Justice System for e-serving documents. CourtSmart Recording Systems for recording court proceedings in all courtrooms. Polycom for Bond reviews for incarcerated defendants (court purposes). Zoom as requested and approved by Judge for judicial trainings and/or webinars. Microsoft Word. Outlook. Connect for timesheet reporting. Teams to communicate with Court personnel.

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 request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov 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. 

Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.