Court Services Officer Trainee - Hybrid/Remote Growth

New Jersey Courts; Paterson (NJ); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Judiciary's Passaic Vicinage Civil Division seeks individuals with strong case management, communication, and analytical skills. You will manage cases from docketing through disposition, analyze and monitor cases per court rules, and work with judges to set priorities and calendars.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, conducting settlement conferences, and ensuring compliance with directives. Hybrid schedule with potential for remote days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Substitution options for NJ Judiciary employees who do not possess the required education are described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from docketing through disposition.
• Analyze, monitor, and process cases in accordance with court rules and established practices.
• Collaborate with judges and team leaders to set priorities and maintain credible trial calendars.
• Respond to inquiries from judges, attorneys, and self-represented litigants; conduct settlements when appropriate.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

New Jersey Judiciary's Passaic Vicinage Civil Division seeks individuals with strong case management, communication, and analytical skills. You will manage cases from docketing through disposition, analyze and monitor cases per court rules, and work with judges to set priorities and calendars.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, conducting settlement conferences, and ensuring compliance with directives. Hybrid schedule with potential for remote days.