Court Clerk Assistant — Frontline Docket & Customer Service

Maine Judicial Branch; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

2+ weeks vacation

12 paid sick days per year

Parental Leave: 4 weeks

Gym membership reimbursement

Childcare reimbursement

Public Service Student Loan Forgivness

Health insurance (employee-only)

Health insurance premium credit

Dental insurance (employee-only)

Flexible spending accounts

Pension plan contributions

Deferred compensation (457 Plan)

Tuition reimbursement up to $1000

Life insurance (1x salary)

Wellness benefits

Job summary

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk at the Penobscot Judicial Center in Bangor. This role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, handling civil, family, and criminal cases with extensive public interaction and strong customer service skills.

Starting pay is $22.65-$23.82 per hour, with Grade 10 progression up to $30.73 per hour. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of customer service and/or clerical experience preferred.
• Accurate keyboarding skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and use court-related software applications.

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

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk at the Penobscot Judicial Center in Bangor. This role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, handling civil, family, and criminal cases with extensive public interaction and strong customer service skills.

Starting pay is $22.65-$23.82 per hour, with Grade 10 progression up to $30.73 per hour. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a full-time schedule.