Court Attendant (#713)

If you are a current Judicial, Legislative, or Executive Branch employee of the State of Maine, please apply through "Find Jobs" using your existing PRISM account. COURT ATTENDANT STATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH LOCATION: Lewiston District Courthouse, Lewiston The State of Maine Judicial Branch welcomes motivated team members to join us in serving the communities of Maine within the court system. The Judicial Branch plays a very important role in our communities by providing a safe, accessible, efficient, and impartial system of dispute resolution. Judicial Branch employees all support this mission, in their various roles. We have 31 courts across the state and process over 130,000 cases each year in support of Maine’s almost 1.4 million residents. The Job: This is a responsible position that involves providing oversight of the Courthouse Control Rooms as well as serve when applicable as a Jury Attendant. This requires the person hired for this position to be a participant in providing the safety and security of judges and justices, court staff, jurors, witnesses, other court participants and the general public through the security process. The control room requires constant monitoring of all camera surveillance units as well as being able to monitor movement about the exterior and interior of the courthouses. This position also requires the individual to answer and make phone calls which are sometimes an emergency in nature, activate door releases, maintain the activity log and participate in the evacuation process when applicable. The assigned sergeant to the region provides daily on-site direction and supervision. You must be able to travel and work in different locations within the state with sometimes minimum notice. Salary Range: Starting pay is $20.18 - $21.19 per hour. Grade 8 Range is $20.18 - $27.34 per hour. What We Offer: At the Maine Judicial Branch, we value our employees, which is why we offer great benefits. In addition to competitive pay, we provide: Work-life balance: 13 paid holidays, 2+ weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days every year No shifts during holidays, overnights, or weekends Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks Gym membership reimbursement program Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Health insurance coverage (85%-100% employer-paid for employee-only plan) Health insurance premium credit (5% decrease in employee premiums) Dental insurance (100% employer paid for employee-only plan) Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts Defined Benefit Pension plan contributions Voluntary deferred compensation (retirement savings 457 Plan) Up to $1000 Tuition Reimbursement each year Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary) Responsibilities: Monitors all of the surveillance systems or other surveillance systems and observe all persons entering the courthouse, courtroom, their movements and activities. Respond to duress alarms and directs marshal personnel accordingly. Checks and tests alarm systems, monitors electronic consoles in the control room. Assists the sergeant and marshals in response to emergencies, evacuations and disaster planning. Provides guidance for people as it pertains to building locations and maintains court schedule logs as authorized. Controls remotely the gates, doors or other access points as applicable. Retrieves recorded images as requested and approved. Respond and use within the control room equipment to any security risk as appropriate. Assists all marshals with security issues as needed and when applicable. As Jury Attendant, ensure all jury assembly area(s) and jury rooms are clean and properly organized. Ensure jurors are signed in as expeditiously as possible. Give each juror an identification tag and ensure they are worn at all times. Prevent individuals who are not jurors from entering the jury area, be amongst jurors in the courtroom or mingle with the jurors. Maintain the jury attendance report. Address and be attentive to any needs of the jurors. Be prepared to distribute exhibits or paperwork at the request of the judge. Secure all personal electronic devices of the jurors and exhibits. Secure and return all exhibits to the clerk for safekeeping. Assists with any jury related issues as needed and when applicable. We’re Looking For: Graduation from High School (or GED). Ability to communicate orally, clearly and concisely. Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications. Ability to interact effectively with all judicial branch staff. Ability to make decisions, appropriate to the situation and working within provided guidelines. Ability to conform to all rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to position. Ability to receive, interpret and act on instructions quickly and effectively. Demonstrate skills in observation and ability to appraise situations quickly and effectively and report in a timely manner. Ability to demonstrate a good working knowledge of equipment and possess IT skills. Willingness and ability to maintain a smart appearance, wearing the uniform and equipment supplied. Approachable, professional, courteous and efficient in presence. Ability to walk, site and/or stand for extended periods throughout the day; ability to concentrate and apply other cognitive, intellectual and mental functions so as to address a variety of issues that might arise. Successfully complete the required application process. The application process includes submission verification of education, experience, criminal and motor vehicle record checks and a polygraph. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Maine driver’s license. Preferred Education/Skills/Experience/Training: Prior experience as a dispatcher and/or control room operator. Have and maintain certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/AED). Additional Skills/Experience/Training Required: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discretely and within legal guidelines. Knowledge and ability to operate security devices, alarm systems and communication equipment where applicable. Basic knowledge of Courthouse Emergency Plans in all assigned court locations, including the plans for detention area security, where applicable. Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer, including word processing and specialized software, law enforcement radio, telephone, calculator, fax machine, copy machine, awareness of screening equipment functionality and first aid equipment. Specific Requirement: Lifting: 20-40 pounds with proper body mechanics Twisting: Infrequent: 1-120 per day Bending: Infrequent: 1-120 per day Squat/Kneel: Infrequent: not continuous Agility: Be able to move or lift as necessary from a position of danger to one of safety. Vision: 20/20 corrected Visual Depth: Minimum depth perception requirement Hearing: Ability to hear a whispered voice at 3-8 feet Color Discrim: Discriminate between red, green and white Physical and Mental Demands: (included but not limited to) Physical and mental ability to perform tasks in an office or courthouse environment requiring frequent and/or sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching above or below desk level. Vision, dexterity, coordination and cognitive ability sufficient to use the telephone, keyboard, computer and other office systems and equipment efficiently. Cognitive, intellectual and mental ability to concentrate on details and/or perform more than one complex task at a time and to handle diverse pressures related to requests and needs of those requiring assistance. Cognitive and mental ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers and all levels of court personnel as presented. How to Apply: This position will remain open until filled. Cover letter, resume, and online application must be submitted online at The Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer. . If you have any questions about the online application process, please contact the Judicial Branch Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. The State of Maine Judicial Branch welcomes talented and motivated team members to join us in serving the communities of Maine. Judicial Branch employees serve the public within the State of Maine court system. Our mission is to administer justice by providing a safe, accessible, efficient, and impartial system of dispute resolution that serves the public interest, protects individual rights, and instills respect for the law. When you join the Judicial Branch team, you will gain valuable experience within a progressive branch of government. The Judicial Branch allows employees to work in a professional and innovative culture defined by ethics. We offer a variety of career paths that encourage you to thrive in an inclusive environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or advancing to the next level, the State of Maine Judicial Branch has an opportunity for you! It is the policy of the Judicial Branch to comply with applicable law to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, ancestry or national origin, military service, whistleblower activity, previous assertion of a claim or a right under the Maine Workers' Compensation Act, marital status or any other category protected under applicable law unless a bona fide occupational qualification exists. This includes the maintenance of a working environment free from discrimination, including sexual harassment, for all employees. The Judicial Branch is committed to maintaining a positive work environment insuring that employees are treated with dignity, respect, and courtesy. All applicants are subject to a comprehensive background check, including reference checks, educational verification, license/certification verification, and criminal history check. The State of Maine Judicial Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.