Judiciary Clerk Jobs

Purpose of the role: The Judiciary Clerk is an entry-level clerical position performing case processing duties and responsibilities daily which entails a high volume of data entry work the Criminal Department. Ensures that the docket, cases, and other Criminal work is properly entered and assigned into the Mainframe system for use by courtroom clerks and appropriate personnel. Greets and assists the general public and court related personnel with information about the status of cases, inquiries regarding the proper completion of forms or office procedure. Utilizes computerized cash register to collect court fees and fines as needed.

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:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

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, cash 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.

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 for an interview should request the accommodation when notified of a request to be interviewed. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.