Judiciary Clerk Civil Criminal

Maryland Judiciary; Maryland; On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

State retirement plan

Telework option (1 day/week)

Job summary

Maryland Judiciary seeks a Judiciary Clerk for the Charles County District Court in LaPlata, MD. The role processes filings, enters data, answers public inquiries, and may serve as a backup cashier or courtroom clerk.

Telework eligibility may be considered; regular full-time employment with benefits is offered. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related work experience; substitutions with higher degrees are allowed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in court operations or related fields.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into court case management systems and assist the public.
• Process criminal/traffic, civil, and domestic violence case filings and set trial dates.
• Back-up Cashier or Courtroom Clerk when needed.
• Perform filing, boxing old files, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Active listening

Typing

Accuracy

Education

High school diploma

GED equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

MDEC

Outlook

File & Serve

Job description

Job Title

Judiciary Clerk

Division/Department

Civil/Criminal

Closing Date

November 13, 2026

Location

Charles County District Court

LaPlata, 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

The Judiciary Clerk enters data into the court?s case management systems and answers inquiries relating to case matters from the general public for Charles County District Court. The incumbent may serve as a backup Cashier or backup Courtroom Clerk. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned, to include but not limited to, filing, boxing old files, and stripping files. Receives and enters data into the computer system. Processes criminal/traffic, civil, and domestic violence case filings, to include but not limited to, setting trial/hearing dates for these cases. Enters officer?s portal. Greets and assists customers at the counter and over the phone with general questions concerning court information. Answers inquires relating to civil, domestic violence, criminal, and traffic matters. Provides information and resources to customers. Serves as a backup Cashier or backup Courtroom Clerk when deemed necessary by Supervisor and/or County Clerk. Performs other miscellaneous duties to include filing, boxing old files, stripping files, and assisting clerks in other sections as requested by Supervisor. Other duties as assigned.

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.

Active listening, empathy, problem solving, and communication.

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 alphabetical and numerical filing systems.

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.

Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite and efficient manner.

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 judgement in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.

Apply job-related terminology, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws to define problems, collect data, establish facts, record data, appropriately complete forms, and provide information to customers.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, subordinates, superiors, and/or the general public.

Work within time constraints, meet fixed deadlines, and demonstrate good organizational skills.

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, cash register, calculator, copier, fax machine, and scanner.

Software And Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, MDEC, Outlook, File & Serve. Daily use of these programs is needed to enter, update, and complete filings.

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 .