Judiciary Clerk

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.

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Essential Job Functions:

The Judiciary Clerk is an entry-level position performing case processing duties and responsibilities daily which entails a high volume of data entry work for civil, landlord/tenant, special proceeding, domestic violence and peace order cases from initial filings through post-judgment actions and until the cases are closed for Washington County District Court. Assist the general public and court related personnel at the counter and on the phone with questions about District Court policies and procedures or general court information. Perform cashier duties and other specialized clerical duties as needed. This position is deemed essential personnel – subject to call-in during emergencies and inclement weather

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Process all civil pleadings, both pre- and post-judgment, including landlord/tenant cases,

new civil suits, motions, requests, garnishments, refunds, oral exams, show cause orders, interest worksheets, liens, subpoenas, summonses, appeals, judgments, satisfactions, dismissals, bankruptcies, body attachments, writs of execution, and writs of habeas corpus. Generate and issue summonses for service.

Process Domestic Violence and Peace Order cases, including research of prior cases and distribution of orders to involved parties as well as preparing the PO/DV docket for court.

Process Emergency Evaluations.

Assist the general public, other court agencies, law enforcement, and other personnel, on the phone and in person at the customer service counter to ensure proper completion of forms and/or case filings, responds to inquiries about court procedure, distribute information, and direct citizens to appropriate agencies without giving legal advice. Explain District Court policies as needed.

Compile daily civil dockets and prepare them for court.

Accept responsibility for all money taken and processed through the cash register when the primary cashier is on break or at lunch, assumes responsibility of all primary cashier duties when needed, close the cashier?s office at the end of the day according to accounting procedures, prepare the daily deposit and ensure that sensitive items are secure, write manual receipts when the computerized register system is inoperable, process Failure to Pay Rent suits, send notices to proper parties if incorrect fees were remitted with the corresponding pleading.

Open and distribute incoming mail; pulls and organizes files for processing incoming work if filed over the counter or by mail.

Archive files by sorting, stripping, packing, and sending to the District Court warehouse for storage.

Update the electronic docket board.

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:

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Knowledge of basic English and arithmetic.

Knowledge of alpha and numerical filing systems.

Knowledge of standard legal forms and documents used in the Maryland District Courts.

Skill in:

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:

Ability to operate a computer or terminal.

Ability to operate a cash register.

Ability to communicate effectively with the public and provide information in a polite and effective manner both in person and on the telephone.

Ability to maintain and use detailed filing systems.

Ability to communicate effectively with court and the staff of ancillary agencies.

Ability to exercise tact and understanding in stressful situations.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.

Ability to follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.

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 used for data entry, inquiry, communication, and reference.

Laptop for use when working remotely.

Cash register & validator used to enter monetary transactions, validate checks and documents.

Printer used to print writs of summons, mailers, docket entries, docket listings, invoices, and cashier reports

Scanner used to scan documents to our case management system.

Photocopier used to copy orders, rulings, documents, etc.

Fax Machine used for transmitting protective orders to DSS for investigation, communicating with other courts and court agencies, receiving returns of service of protective and peace orders from law enforcement, receiving reports of suspected abuse from DSS.

Software and Computer Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

Comprehensive knowledge of Odyssey, File & Serve, JIS Portal, Secured Case Search, Electronic Docket Board and computerized cash register system (RCS and Odyssey).

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 [email protected].