Assistant Clerk (#447)

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ASSISTANT CLERK

STATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH

LOCATION: Capital Judicial Center Augusta

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 130000 cases each year in support of Maines almost 1.4 million residents.

The Job:

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking a detail-oriented team player with strong customer service skills to join our team as an Assistant Clerk. This position involves clerical work in a Clerks Office and courtroom where civil family and criminal cases are processed. This requires extensive contact with the public and attorneys utilizing excellent customer service skills and managing various computer systems and office equipment while enjoying a full-time work schedule that fits your life needs.

If you have experience in customer service and are interested in supporting the Maine courts we invite you to apply to join our dedicated team of Judicial Branch employees. We love what we do and want to find someone who shares that enthusiasm!

Salary Range:

Starting pay is $22.65 - $23.82 per hour.

Grade 10 - $22.65 - $30.73 per hour.

What We Offer:

At the Maine Judicial Branch we value our employees which is why we offer great addition to competitive pay we provide:

• Work-life balance: 13 paid holidays 2 weeks of vacation leave and 12 paid sick days every year.
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks
• Gym membership and childcare reimbursement programs
• 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)
• Additional wellness benefits

Responsibilities:

• Docket process and file matters before the Court
• Communicate effectively with the public judges attorneys and other agencies
• Schedule pre-trial activities trials motions and other proceedings
• Handle and process fines fees and costs paid to or through the Court
• Serve as courtroom clerk and perform duties as required by the judge
• Prepare abstracts and reports for various agencies
• Operate electronic recording machines and maintain appropriate logs
• Participate in jury management activities
• Perform other varied duties as requested by the Clerk

Were Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of experience providing customer service and/or clerical work/office administration. (College coursework may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis)
• Accurate keyboard skills and ability to type at least 45 words per minute
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to learn detailed computer applications
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in computer software programs such as MS Office as demonstrated by training education or work experience

How to Apply:

This position will remain open until filled. Cover letter resume and online application are required and must be submitted online at Assistant Clerk - 447

The Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.

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If you have any questions about the online application process please contact the Judicial Branch Human Resources Department at

Required Experience:

Junior IC