Courtroom Sessions Clerk I: Hearing & Scheduling

Massachusetts Trial Court; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Trial Court in Cambridge seeks a Sessions Clerk I to support a district court judge in a busy courtroom. You will manage hearings, calls lists, and technical setups, ensuring smooth operation of virtual and hybrid sessions.

You will prepare case lists, review filings for compliance, and coordinate with attorneys, litigants, and court staff. The role emphasizes meticulous recordkeeping, oath administration, and timely distribution of documents, with opportunities to engage in court

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Five years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of MassCourts and court procedures.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills; ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with technology and court case-management systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; language skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and facilitate court hearings; manage court session and exhibits.
• Schedule matters before the Court; organize files and review docket for compliance.
• Serve as liaison between attorneys, the public, and court staff.
• Assist the public with schedules, rules, and procedures; administer oaths and warnings.
• Record events and dispositions; manage future events and court records.
• Coordinate with security and other agencies on safety and procedural matters.
• Collaborate with judges, clerks, and probation staff; participate in staff training.
• May travel to different courts as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

Courtroom presence

Interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Language skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MassCourts

Videoconferencing

Court recording software

Case management systems

Job description

Massachusetts Trial Court in Cambridge seeks a Sessions Clerk I to support a district court judge in a busy courtroom. You will manage hearings, calls lists, and technical setups, ensuring smooth operation of virtual and hybrid sessions.

You will prepare case lists, review filings for compliance, and coordinate with attorneys, litigants, and court staff. The role emphasizes meticulous recordkeeping, oath administration, and timely distribution of documents, with opportunities to engage in court