Judiciary Clerk
2 weeks ago
**Position**
Judiciary Clerk
**Closing Date**
May 8, 2024
**Location/Type**
On-Site**/ **1 Rolling Cross Road Catonsville MD 21228
**Salary**
$48,373
**FLSA** Status
Non-Exempt
**Position Type**
Full Time
**Financial Disclosure**
No
**_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._**
Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov)
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**Essential Functions**:
This is an entry-level clerical position performing case processing duties and responsibilities daily which entails a high volume of data entry work for multiple case types to include, but not limited to civil, criminal, and traffic court cases. Work is performed under moderate supervision.
**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 general office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Knowledge of standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
Knowledge of 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.
Skill in typing on a personal computer.
Skill in 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.
Ability to use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
