Court Clerk Assistant: Detail‑Oriented, Customer‑Focused Support

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

2+ weeks vacation leave

12 paid sick days per year

Parental leave 4 weeks

Gym membership

Childcare reimbursement

Public Service Student Loan Forgivness

Health insurance (85%-100% employer)

Health insurance premium credit

Dental insurance (employee-only)

Flexible spending accounts

Defined Benefit Pension plan

457 Plan retirement savings

Tuition reimbursement up to $1000

Employer-paid life insurance

Wellness benefits

Job summary

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk's Office and courtroom operations in Augusta. This full-time role involves docketing, filing, and extensive public contact, working with judges, attorneys, and staff to ensure accurate and efficient processing of civil, family, and criminal matters.

Starting pay ranges from $22.65 to $23.82 per hour, with grade-based advancement up to $30.73.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least two years of customer service and/or clerical work experience.
• Ability to type at least 45 wpm and proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Docket, process, and file matters before the Court.
• Communicate effectively with the public, judges, attorneys, and other agencies.
• Schedule pre-trial activities, trials, motions, and other proceedings.
• Handle and process fines, fees, and costs paid to or through the Court.
• Serve as courtroom clerk and perform duties as required by the judge.
• Prepare abstracts and reports for various agencies.
• Operate electronic recording machines and maintain appropriate logs.
• Participate in jury management activities.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Clerk.

Skills

customer service

clerical work

typing 45 wpm

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk's Office and courtroom operations in Augusta. This full-time role involves docketing, filing, and extensive public contact, working with judges, attorneys, and staff to ensure accurate and efficient processing of civil, family, and criminal matters.

Starting pay ranges from $22.65 to $23.82 per hour, with grade-based advancement up to $30.73.