Senior Assistant Clerk-Magistrate | Court Administration

MTC; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire County Superior Court seeks a First Assistant Clerk Magistrate to support the Clerk of Court, oversee administrative tasks, manage dockets, and coordinate case flow. The role emphasizes both civil and criminal experience, with responsibilities spanning hearings, minutes, exhibits, and oaths.

The successful candidate will supervise clerks, prepare judgments, and ensure timely processing of court papers in a fast-paced environment under state statutes and court rules.

Qualifications

• A law degree and admission to the practice of law in Massachusetts and knowledge, skills and abilities acquired through 4 or more years of relevant work experience, including legal or supervisory experience.
• Preferred candidates will have civil & criminal experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the Clerk's Office under the Clerk of Court (or Clerk-Magistrate).
• Assign assistants to sessions and duties to meet office needs.
• Assist judge with management and continuity of case management.
• Calendar and regulate movement of cases per standards and tracking orders.
• Maintain docket records and schedule hearings, conferences, and trials.
• Prepare judgments and other orders; record minutes of court orders.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Supervision

Case management

Communication

MS Office

Record keeping

Education

Juris Doctor / law degree

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Databases

Job description

Berkshire County Superior Court seeks a First Assistant Clerk Magistrate to support the Clerk of Court, oversee administrative tasks, manage dockets, and coordinate case flow. The role emphasizes both civil and criminal experience, with responsibilities spanning hearings, minutes, exhibits, and oaths.

The successful candidate will supervise clerks, prepare judgments, and ensure timely processing of court papers in a fast-paced environment under state statutes and court rules.