Court Clerk Assistant: Docket & Public-Interface Support

State of Maine; Maine; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick days

Parental leave

Gym membership

Childcare reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Wellness benefits

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk in Androscoggin County, Lewiston District Court. The role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, assisting with civil, family, and criminal matters, and extensive contact with the public and attorneys.

The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay and a strong commitment to public service. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and customer service experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience providing customer service and/or clerical work/office administration.
• Accurate keyboard skills and ability to type at least 45 words per minute.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn detailed computer applications.
• Excellent attention to detail.

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 logs.
• Participate in jury management activities.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Clerk.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical work

Typing 45 wpm

Interpersonal skills

Learn computer applications

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk in Androscoggin County, Lewiston District Court. The role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, assisting with civil, family, and criminal matters, and extensive contact with the public and attorneys.

The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay and a strong commitment to public service. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and customer service experience.