Courtroom Assistant Clerk — Public Service Role

Judicial Department; Caribou (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick days

Parental leave

Gym membership

Childcare reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Health insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk to provide clerical support in a Clerk’s Office and courtroom, handling civil, family, and criminal cases with extensive public contact. The role emphasizes customer service and working with various computer systems in a full-time schedule.

Starting pay ranges from $22.65 to $23.82 per hour, with a Grade 10 path up to $30.73. Benefits include holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health and dental insurance, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of customer service and/or clerical/office experience required.
• Accurate keyboard skills; 45 wpm minimum.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn detailed computer 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

Typing 45 wpm

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Learn computer apps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk to provide clerical support in a Clerk’s Office and courtroom, handling civil, family, and criminal cases with extensive public contact. The role emphasizes customer service and working with various computer systems in a full-time schedule.

Starting pay ranges from $22.65 to $23.82 per hour, with a Grade 10 path up to $30.73. Benefits include holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health and dental insurance, and