Expungement Clerk

Maryland Judiciary; Upper Marlboro (MD); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework 1 day per week

Job summary

Maryland Judiciary is seeking an Expungement Clerk for the Criminal Division in Prince George’s County, Upper Marlboro, MD. The position handles expungement processing, public inquiries, and paperwork review.

responsibilities include operating Odyssey Navigator, File & Serve, and coordinating with courts and agencies. Telework, 1 day per week, may be available based on job functions and approval.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of work experience in court operations or related fields.
• Bachelor's Degree may substitute required experience.
• Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute.
• Knowledge: a Paralegal Certificate may substitute.
• General office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Basic English and arithmetic skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process all expungements received through File & Serve, over the counter, or in the mail.
• Review and scan all paperwork in Odyssey after processing; scan old files pertaining to closed cases.
• Assist the public, attorneys, police agencies, State's Attorneys, Public Defenders, and court personnel by phone or in person with questions.
• Process criminal/traffic and expungement reports daily; monitor/work items from expungement queues; other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Typing

Accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree substitution

Paralegal/Associates degree substitution

Paralegal certificate substitution

Tools

Odyssey Navigator

Outlook

Microsoft Applications

CONNECT

File & Serve

Adobe Suite

Job description

Job Title

Expungement Clerk

Division/Department

Criminal

Closing Date

October 14, 2026

Location

Prince George’s County District Court
Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Salary

$51,079

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

At Will

No

Position Type

Regular Full time

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Telework, 1 day per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

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Essential Job Functions

• Enter and process all expungements received through File & Serve, over the counter,
• or in the mail.
• Review and scan all paperwork in Odyssey after processing; scan old files pertaining to closed cases.
• Assist the public, attorneys, police agencies, State's Attorneys, Public Defenders, and court personnel by phone and/or in person via the front counter with questions regarding cases.
• Process criminal/traffic and expungement reports daily. Monitor/process work items from the expungement queue. Monitor/process work items in different queues within Odyssey. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• Experience: One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal or financial services.
• Note: A Bachelor’s Degree may substitute the required work experience.
• A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
• Knowledge A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
• General office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
• Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Skill In

• Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.
• Typing on a personal computer.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability To

• Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, cash register, scanner, fax machine, etc.
• Use and maintain numerical filing system to locate files, until all cases are completely scanned.
• Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.
• Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.
• Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.
• Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.

Physical Requirements

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Equipment, Machinery And Tools

• Personal Computer, telephone, scanner, fax machine, printer, calculator, and copier.

Software And Computer Skills

• Odyssey Navigator, Outlook, Microsoft Applications, CONNECT, File & Serve, and Adobe Suite.

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [e-mail] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .