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ASSISTANT CLERK

STATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH

LOCATION: Androscoggin County 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:

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 $22.21 - $23.35 per hour.

Grade 10 - $22.21 - $30.13 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 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

We’re 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 must be submitted online at http://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Judicial/details/Assistant-Clerk-684-_R26-01163

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 HR.Help@courts.maine.gov.

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