Job Description

Salary

$53,000.00 - $73,365.00 Annually

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

NON-MERIT

Job Number

01.546 11-25

Department

CIRCUIT COURT

Opening Date

11/13/2025

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.



A full-time, non-merit vacancy, with full County benefits, exists in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.



This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.



Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.



A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.



Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.



All interested candidates must apply at this time.



List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and/or reclassifications.



Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.



You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Unofficial copies are accepted.

Examples of Duties

----------------------


Serves as judicial assistant to a Judge of the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. Ensures that efficient operations and procedures are implemented and followed for a judicial office. Exercises a high degree of independence and discretion in administrative management.

Essential Job Duties

Work under the general supervision of the judge who gives assignments in broad terms of the objectives desired. Acts as intermediary in maintaining frequent contacts with other members of the local and state judiciary. Reviews and brings to the attention of the judge those items which require his/her consideration and determination in his/her capacity as liaison judge with organizations within the county, state or national legal community. Types opinions, letters, memoranda, orders, writs, waivers, narrative reports, and similar or related material as directed. Utilizes knowledge of legal terms and resources. Drafts and types routine correspondence to the satisfaction of the judge. Maintains all files in accordance with the court and judge's requirements. Transfers court work product between the judge's chambers and various other departments in the Court. Works closely with the Assignment Office regarding scheduling of cases on the Judge's docket. Uses knowledge of court procedures to assist the judge. Contacts parties in certain cases to schedule conferences with the Judge and assist the judge with moving all cases forward to final disposition. Reports judge's list of subcuria cases into MDEC, as required for case management reports to AOC. Receives incoming correspondence. Reviews and makes decisions regarding office matters and works in conjunction with the judge's law clerk to accomplish various tasks as assigned by the judge. Requests and maintains judge's personal, annual, medical and administrative leave in conjunction with the chambers of the administrative judge, the central assignment office and CONNECT.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other assigned duties or tasks as required.

Qualifications

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High school diploma or or an appropriate high school equivalency, plus seven years of clerical or secretarial experience in a legal environment

Or

Associates degree, plus five years of clerical or secretarial experience in a legal environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have a positive workplace attitude and the ability to professionally deal with confidential information.

Must have an in-depth knowledge of court procedures; exercise a high degree of judgment, tact, diplomacy and competence in dealing with judges, public officials, the public and professional personnel.

Must have a thorough knowledge of legal terminology, forms, methods and procedures.

Must have excellent computer skills and ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office suite of products including Word. Experience with the electronic filing of court documents is preferred such as knowledge of case management software, specifically Odyssey case management system, MDEC (Maryland Electronic Courts), CONNECT and GEARS.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).



Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Judicial Assistant I - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204



You must attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

----------------------------


This position is part of a Circuit Court Judge's confidential staff. It is a non-merit unclassified County funded position with the Circuit Court for Baltimore County and is subject to the personnel policies and procedures adopted by the Court.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include occasional walking, standing, lifting of boxes or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employer

Baltimore County

Address

308 Allegheny Avenue



Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone

410-887-3135

Website

http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.



A full-time, non-merit vacancy, with full County benefits, exists in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.



This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.



Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.



A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.



Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.



All interested candidates must apply at this time.



List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and/or reclassifications.



Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.



You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Unofficial copies are accepted.

Examples of Duties

----------------------


Serves as judicial assistant to a Judge of the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. Ensures that efficient operations and procedures are implemented and followed for a judicial office. Exercises a high degree of independence and discretion in administrative management.

Essential Job Duties

Work under the general supervision of the judge who gives assignments in broad terms of the objectives desired. Acts as intermediary in maintaining frequent contacts with other members of the local and state judiciary. Reviews and brings to the attention of the judge those items which require his/her consideration and determination in his/her capacity as liaison judge with organizations within the county, state or national legal community. Types opinions, letters, memoranda, orders, writs, waivers, narrative reports, and similar or related material as directed. Utilizes knowledge of legal terms and resources. Drafts and types routine correspondence to the satisfaction of the judge. Maintains all files in accordance with the court and judge's requirements. Transfers court work product between the judge's chambers and various other departments in the Court. Works closely with the Assignment Office regarding scheduling of cases on the Judge's docket. Uses knowledge of court procedures to assist the judge. Contacts parties in certain cases to schedule conferences with the Judge and assist the judge with moving all cases forward to final disposition. Reports judge's list of subcuria cases into MDEC, as required for case management reports to AOC. Receives incoming correspondence. Reviews and makes decisions regarding office matters and works in conjunction with the judge's law clerk to accomplish various tasks as assigned by the judge. Requests and maintains judge's personal, annual, medical and administrative leave in conjunction with the chambers of the administrative judge, the central assignment office and CONNECT.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other assigned duties or tasks as required.

Qualifications

------------------





High school diploma or or an appropriate high school equivalency, plus seven years of clerical or secretarial experience in a legal environment

Or

Associates degree, plus five years of clerical or secretarial experience in a legal environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have a positive workplace attitude and the ability to professionally deal with confidential information.

Must have an in-depth knowledge of court procedures; exercise a high degree of judgment, tact, diplomacy and competence in dealing with judges, public officials, the public and professional personnel.

Must have a thorough knowledge of legal terminology, forms, methods and procedures.

Must have excellent computer skills and ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office suite of products including Word. Experience with the electronic filing of court documents is preferred such as knowledge of case management software, specifically Odyssey case management system, MDEC (Maryland Electronic Courts), CONNECT and GEARS.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).



Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Judicial Assistant I - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204



You must attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

----------------------------


This position is part of a Circuit Court Judge's confidential staff. It is a non-merit unclassified County funded position with the Circuit Court for Baltimore County and is subject to the personnel policies and procedures adopted by the Court.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include occasional walking, standing, lifting of boxes or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits

for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.



Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:



Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.



Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

- Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave

- Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays

- Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.