Courtroom Clerk Assistant – Precise, Customer‑Focused

State of Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

2+ weeks vacation

12 paid sick days

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Clerk to join our Clerks Office in the Cumberland County Courthouse, Portland. This full-time role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, with extensive contact with the public and attorneys.

Starting pay is $22.65 - $23.82 per hour; Grade 10 ranges $22.65 - $30.73 per hour. We offer comprehensive benefits including holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health and dental insurance, and

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.
• Proficiency in computer software programs such as MS Office, as demonstrated by training, education, or work experience.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

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

Office administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Clerk to join our Clerks Office in the Cumberland County Courthouse, Portland. This full-time role involves clerical work in a Clerk's Office and courtroom, with extensive contact with the public and attorneys.

Starting pay is $22.65 - $23.82 per hour; Grade 10 ranges $22.65 - $30.73 per hour. We offer comprehensive benefits including holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health and dental insurance, and