Senior Judiciary Clerk

Job Title Senior Judiciary Clerk Division/Department Criminal/Juvenile Closing Date May 25, 2026 Location Circuit Court for Charles County LaPlata, Maryland Salary $56,264 FLSA Status Non-Exempt At Will No Position Type Regular Full Time 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. Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov) About the Maryland Court System | Maryland Courts (mdcourts.gov) Maryland Judiciary Pay Scale June 2025

Essential Job Functions:

The Senior Judiciary Clerk is a hybrid position performing both Judiciary Clerk case processing and Courtroom Clerk duties and responsible on a continuous basis for Charles County Circuit Court. Recording proceedings of court activities, assisting the judge with the docket, operating the recording system, preparing paperwork for signatures, and entering the judges findings in the case management system and administering oaths. Provides courtroom coverage, including calling cases, making docket entries, completing, issuing, and distributing forms. Processing juvenile cases, reviewing pleadings, entering new cases and updating existing case information. Helping customers and court related personnel in person and by telephone. Prepare courtroom for daily docket. Call cases, record all court proceedings accurately through the CourtSmart recording system. Distribute any paperwork generated during the proceedings to parties. Organize a list of exhibits, administer oaths, keep an accurate list of witnesses. Generate necessary paperwork. Assist the public, judges, and attorneys. Ability to handle situations as they arise. Process and enter information into the case management system, received electronically and by mail to include, but not limited to court orders, disposition of cases, issuance of warrants, summons, writs, bond authorizations, bond forfeitures, judgments, and commitments. Assist with maintaining and prioritizing workload for the office. Receive, enter, and account for all monies received by the court for fines, court cost and other fees utilizing a computerized register. Provide assistance to customers both in person and by telephone. Customers may include State?s Attorney, Attorneys, Parole and Probation Officers, the public, judges various the court personnel as well as other court-related agencies. Respond to inquires regarding the proper completion of various court related forms and information regarding court policies and procedures Process appeals within allotted the. Adhere to the deadline constraints provided, gather all required documents for that specific appeal, and ensure all parties are notified when the record has been transferred to a higher court for review. Transmit court notices and orders in accordance with established court procedures. Utilize strong interpersonal skills to resolve issues that may arise, ensuring fair and equal practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience:

Two (2) years of work experience, to include one (1) year in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal or financial services.

Note:

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 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. Legal terminology and court procedures.

Skill in:

Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently Typing on a personal computer. Managing priorities to meet critical deadlines while multitasking. Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to:

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. Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems. Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing. Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures. Apply various court procedures accurately and effectively for assigned courtroom in accordance with courtroom protocols. Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing. Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment. Multitask, adjust to situations quickly, set priorities, and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment. Work within time constraints, meet fixed deadlines, and demonstrate good organizational skills. Handle sensitive or difficult situations requiring discretion and confidentiality. Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Pay attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equipment, Machinery and Tools:

Personal computer. CourtSmart to record hearings. Copier/fax machine to make photocopies and send documents. Phone to communicate with internal and external customers.

Software and Computer Skills:

Microsoft Word. CourtSmart. MDEC. Enterprise Justice. Outlook. Connect.

Teams 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 aocta@mdcourts.gov. 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 ADA@mdcourts.gov 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.