Assignment Clerk - Caroline County Circuit Court

Assignment Clerk in the Circuit Court for Caroline County

The Department: The Circuit Court for Caroline County oversees and manages all types of cases to include civil, criminal, family and juvenile matters, from prescheduled hearings to processing emergency requests and motions, some of which include both in person and remote hearings, to jury trials.

About the Position: The successful candidate works with the Court Administrator to schedule court hearings by coordinating with counsel and effectively using Enterprise Justice Software (MDEC). This position also includes answering telephones and assisting the public with general and assignment information, completing orders and assignment notices, communicating with other courts for specially set matters, coordinating, and facilitating settlement conferences, managing remote hearings (telephonic conference calls and Zoom for Government), and coordinating and scheduling with prisons and detention centers for remote Polycom (video) appearances of inmates. Additionally, the Assignment Clerk manages the process of scheduling interpreters from initial requests through the processing of invoices, manages and distributes the daily and weekly dockets, to include providing revisions to all appropriate persons, records hearings in the courtroom as directed, and other duties as assigned. The Assignment Clerk works directly with the Circuit Court Judge, visiting and Senior Judges at the direction of the Court Administrator. This is an at-will employment opportunity, serving at the pleasure of the Judge of the Circuit Court.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Effective oral and written communication skills are a necessity. This position requires written correspondence to attorneys and other persons, as well as the ability to orally communicate effectively via telephone, Zoom, and in person.
• A high degree of organizational aptitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• The ability to problem-solve, effectively schedule, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills including email, schedule management, and word processing.
• Applicants must demonstrate the ability to be a team player which includes maintaining good working relations with Judges, attorneys, and colleagues, and the public.
• The ability to preserve confidentiality.

Preferred Experience and Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate or bachelor’s degree. Experience and background in the legal system, whether it be through a court, agency, or law practice.

Or

• A combination of Education and Experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job functions.

Annual Salary: $50,000 to $60,000

Benefits: Standard Caroline County benefits included

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

Upon an employment offer, applicants must submit to a substance abuse test and complete criminal background check. EOE

Interviews when granted will be held at an appointed date and time in the Circuit Court for Caroline County, 109 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

How to Apply: Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/carolinemd. Candidates will be required to upload a resume and letter of interest for applications to be considered as completed. Reach out to the Human Resources at HR@CarolineMd.org for assistance with online applications.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000