Assistant Clerk – Bangor

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ASSISTANT CLERK

STATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH

LOCATION: Penobscot Judicial Center, Bangor

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 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:

Grade 9, $20.58 to $26.76 per hour. Starting pay is $20.58 – $21.63
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

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:

Cover letter, resume, and online application must be submitted online
athttps://www.courts.maine.gov/about/jobs.html.

The Judi ial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.