Senior Judiciary Clerk

Maryland Judiciary; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework up to 2 days per week

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

State Retirement and Pension plans

Tuition assistance

Continuing education programs

Job summary

Maryland Judiciary in Bel Air, MD seeks a Senior Judiciary Clerk for the Family and Civil Services division. You will process civil case filings, review pleadings, docket information, and assist the public and attorneys at the counter or by phone.

The role requires a High School diploma, at least one year in court operations, proficiency with Odyssey/MDEC, and strong customer service, accuracy, and communication skills. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with telework up to two days weekly.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year in court operations or related fields; degree substitutions allowed.
• Ability to work with court procedures and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Enter new cases in Odyssey and verify documents per procedures.
• Docket pleadings, issue summonses, track motions, and handle paperwork.
• Greet the public, assist attorneys, and provide case status information.
• Perform DV and civil courtroom clerk duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Typing

Accuracy

Communication

Office etiquette

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Share Point

MDEC/Odyssey

Connect

Word

Excel

Job description

Location

Harford County Circuit Court, 20 West Courtland Street, Bel Air, MD 21014

Salary

$ 57,108

Job Title

Senior Judiciary Clerk

Division/Department

Family and Civil Services

Closing Date

September 15, 2026

Location

Harford County Circuit Court, 20 West Courtland Street, Bel Air, MD 21014

Salary

$ 57,108

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

At Will

No

Position Type

FT

Benefits

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, up to 2 days per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov)

Essential Job Functions

The Senior Judiciary Clerk processes and maintains civil case filings by reviewing pleadings, typing docket information and scanning documents filed via US Mail or at the counter for Harford County Circuit Court. Assist the public and attorneys by providing information about the status of cases or Clerk’s Office procedures both at the counter and by telephone. Other duties are to index new cases and judgements, issue summonses/writs, and perform cashier functions. The employee would be the lead on all Domestic Violence (DV) cases in that office and in court. The incumbent will be trained as a full Civil Courtroom Clerk as backup.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter new cases in Odyssey and ensures that all necessary documents are complete and accurate in accordance with established court procedures before sending them out for service of legal process.
• Processes and maintains case files by docketing pleadings, issuing summons/writs/etc., tracking motions, processing paperwork, filing paperwork.
• Greets and assists the general public and court related personnel by way of telephone or in person at the counter to respond to inquiries regarding the proper completion of various court related forms. Receives new cases and pleadings; provides information about the status of cases and/or court procedure. Performs cashier duties.
• Courtroom clerk duties for all Domestic Violence cases and other civil matters as needed for courtroom coverage. 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.

A Bachelor’s Degree may substitute the required work experience. A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience. A Paralegal Certificate May Substitute The Required Work Experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge Of: 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: Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing. Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment. Learn and 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. Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, microfilm machine, register, scanner, fax machine, etc. Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.

Physical Requirements

Perform all essential functions of this position. 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

Computer, printer, calculator, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner and other office equipment not specified.

Software and Computer Skills

• Share Point
• MDEC/Odyssey
• Connect
• Word
• Excel

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].

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.