Part-Time Lab Assistant, Community Aide (NCS) - Circuit Court for Baltimore City

City of Baltimore; Maryland; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Baltimore is seeking a Part-Time Lab Assistant for the Juvenile Court, providing essential support with paternity tests and administrative records. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and a high school diploma, with experience in clerical roles preferred. This non-civil service position involves working up to 20 hours a week with a competitive hourly range, fostering an impactful community experience.

Benefits

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in administrative assistance for 3 years.
• Familiarity with the Juvenile Court system desired.

Responsibilities

• Administer buccal swab paternity tests in the Juvenile Court.
• Maintain records and report tests timely.
• Prepare detailed quarterly and monthly reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

MDEC Odessey

Job description

Part-Time Lab Assistant, Community Aide (NCS) - Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Part-Time Lab Assistant, Community Aide (NCS) - Circuit Court for Baltimore City

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Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$15.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Starting Pay:

$22.56 Hourly

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

NOTE: This is a part-time, non-benefited position working up to 20 hours per week.

Job Summary:

Juvenile Court Services is seeking a dedicated part-time Lab Assistant to support the Juvenile Court Services Coordinator. This role involves working up to 20 hours per week.

Essential Functions:

• Administering buccal swab paternity tests to respondents in Juvenile Court when LabCorp staff is unavailable.
• Maintaining & timely reporting of records, referrals, & completed tests.
• Creating and organizing folders for testing, uploading results.
• Coordinating with correctional facilities to schedule testing.
• Preparing detailed quarterly and monthly reports.
• Ordering supplies from LabCorp and managing inventory.
• Providing respondents with DNA paternity results through written communication.
• Collaborating daily with Judges, Magistrates, Attorneys, Law Clerks, Caseworkers, etc.
• Utilizing the MDEC Odessey records system to access, upload, & manage court documents. Uploading CINA, Juvenile, or Child Support parentage results.
• Performing other duties as assigned to assist with the flow of Juvenile Court.
  
  

The ideal candidate will be computer savvy, demonstrate excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and be able to work collaboratively in a legal environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency is required; some college or a degree is preferred.

AND

Experience: Three years of clerical and administrative assistance experience required, with the ability to access and utilize various computer-based data tracking systems (i.e., Excel, Microsoft Word, email, Canva, MDEC, Odyssey, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Must be a self-starter, computer proficient, professional, and have good interpersonal and human relations skills, along with good verbal, written, technology & communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and interact positively and objectively with members of the public and other court-based personnel.
• Familiarity with the Juvenile Court system is desirable, and previous lab assistant experience is a plus, but not required.
  
  

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than June 30, 2025, to:

Mrs. Jacqueline Hale

Human Resource Officer Circuit Court for Baltimore City

111 N. Calvert Street, Room 244 Baltimore, Maryland 21201

[e-mail]

(No telephone calls, please)

www.baltimorecitv.gov

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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