Judiciary Clerk
Location: Baltimore, MD
Job ID: 10090
Salary: $48,373
Closing Date: August 7, 2023
This is an entry-level clerical position performing case processing duties and responsibilities daily which entails a high volume of data entry work in the Juvenile department. The incumbent ensures that the docket, cases, and other Juvenile work is properly entered and assigned into the eQuest 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, 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:
A Bachelor's Degree may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal/Associate Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and equipment.
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 accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret documents and follow procedural manual.
Ability to use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, database software, copier/fax machine, computerized cash register, etc.
Ability to type, perform data entry and word processing.
Ability to read comments and notations, initiating appropriate course of action.
Ability to communicate in an effective, patient, and tactful manner to convey direction, instructions, and information to the public.
Ability to learn and apply job-related terminology, rules, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws as required.
Ability to collect data, establish facts, record data, and appropriately complete forms.
Ability to maintain and use appropriate filing systems.
