Judicial Support Specialist — Administrative Aide

Circuit Court for Prince George's County; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Circuit Court for Prince George's County seeks an administrative support specialist under the Judicial Support Services Manager to provide rotational support to all Circuit Court Judges in the absence of Executive Administrative Aides. The role requires independence, discretion, and superior written and oral communication, handling fast-paced confidential tasks.

Duties include answering calls, accessing case files via Odyssey-MDEC, drafting letters and memos, proofreading, managing records,

Qualifications

• Typing proficiency and shorthand as required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of office management principles.

Responsibilities

• Answer and screen telephone calls from the public and court-related agencies.
• Utilize Odyssey-MDEC to access case files as requested by the Judge.
• Draft letters, memorandums, recommendations, orders, and narrative reports.
• Proofread documents, orders, memorandums, and other correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records of correspondence and statistical data.
• Engage with Judges, Magistrates, attorneys, and the public.
• Coordinate with Office of Calendar Management to schedule cases.
• Maintain the Judge’s appointment calendar.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing

Shorthand

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration

Two years of advanced secretarial/administrative experience

Tools

Odyssey-MDEC

Job description

The Circuit Court for Prince George's County seeks an administrative support specialist under the Judicial Support Services Manager to provide rotational support to all Circuit Court Judges in the absence of Executive Administrative Aides. The role requires independence, discretion, and superior written and oral communication, handling fast-paced confidential tasks.

Duties include answering calls, accessing case files via Odyssey-MDEC, drafting letters and memos, proofreading, managing records,