Assistant Clerk (#113)

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 .ASSISTANT CLERKSTATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCHLOCATION: Aroostook County, CaribouThe 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: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 Clerk’s 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 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.Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeksGym membership and childcare reimbursement programsPublic Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramHealth 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 accountsDefined Benefit Pension plan contributionsVoluntary deferred compensation (retirement savings 457 Plan)Up to $1000 Tuition Reimbursement each yearEmployer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)Additional wellness benefitsResponsibilities:Docket, process, and file matters before the CourtCommunicate effectively with the public, judges, attorneys, and other agenciesSchedule pre-trial activities, trials, motions, and other proceedingsHandle and process fines, fees, and costs paid to or through the CourtServe as courtroom clerk and perform duties as required by the judgePrepare abstracts and reports for various agenciesOperate electronic recording machines and maintain appropriate logsParticipate in jury management activitiesPerform other varied duties as requested by the ClerkWe’re Looking For:High school diploma or GEDTwo 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 minuteStrong interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to learn detailed computer applicationsExcellent attention to detailProficiency in computer software programs such as MS Office, as demonstrated by training, education, or work experienceHow to Apply:This position will remain open until filled. Cover letter, resume, and online application must be submitted online at Assistant Clerk (#113)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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maine Judicial Branch