Court Support Clerk – Public Service & Courtroom Ops

Judicial Department; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick days

Health insurance coverage

Pension plan contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

State of Maine Judicial Branch in Penobscot Judicial Center, Bangor, seeks an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk’s Office and courtroom operations, handling civil, family, and criminal matters with strong customer service and meticulous clerical work.

This full‑time role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of customer service or clerical experience, typing at least 45 words per minute, and proficiency with MS Office; we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of customer service and/or clerical work/office administration
• Typing at least 45 words per minute
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to learn detailed computer applications
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office as demonstrated by training, education, or work experience

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 varied duties as requested by the Clerk

Skills

Customer service

Clerical work

Typing 45 wpm

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

State of Maine Judicial Branch in Penobscot Judicial Center, Bangor, seeks an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk’s Office and courtroom operations, handling civil, family, and criminal matters with strong customer service and meticulous clerical work.

This full‑time role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of customer service or clerical experience, typing at least 45 words per minute, and proficiency with MS Office; we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.