Job Description

Job Title

Lead Judiciary Clerk

Division/Department

Civil

Closing Date

December 2, 2025

Location

Baltimore City Circuit Court, 111 N. Calvert Street. (Cummings), Baltimore, MD 21202

Salary

$57,107

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

At Will

No

Position Type

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.


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Essential Job Functions:

The Lead Judiciary Clerk is a clerical position performing a wide range of duties in a lead capacity, including assisting the department Supervisor in providing guidance, training, and assistance to co-workers. Additionally, this position performs a full range of case processing duties and other functions within the department when needed to ensure that the operations of the department run efficiently and accurately. Conducts quality assessment by reviewing docket entries and work generated and supervises the office staff in the absence of the Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares case files and ensures that all necessary documents are complete and


accurate in accordance with established court procedures. Enters docket pleadings and orders into Odyssey and Odyssey File & Serve. Initiates new cases into computer system and assigns case numbers.


Greets and assists the public and court related personnel at front counter, responding to


inquiries, in person and by telephone, regarding the proper completion of various court related forms and information concerning court policies and procedures. Receives, enters, and accounts for all monies received by the court for fines, court costs and other fees, utilizing a computerized cash register.


Responds to more difficult inquiries and resolves issues and/or handles irate customers to ensure proper completion of various court-related forms. Provides information regarding court policies and procedures.


Provides direction to, assists in training of, and aids in reviewing work of staff. Orients new staff members to the workflow and processes of the unit.


Mails copies of documents. Receives and date stamps new pleadings. Pulls files as needed.


Prepares and updates case file for Judge/Magistrate review.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience:

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


services.

Note:

A Bachelor?s Degree may substitute one (1) year of required work experience.


A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute one (1) year of required work experience.


A Paralegal Certificate may substitute one (1) year of required work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

General office practices, procedures, and equipment.


Job related terminology, codes, comments, notations, orders, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and


laws.


Court forms, practices, procedures, protocols, systems, and equipment required to support the specialized


work of the assigned unit(s).


Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction,


multiplication, and division.

Skill in:

Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.


Active listening, empathy, problem solving, and communication.


Accuracy and attention to detail.


Typing on a personal computer.

Ability to:

Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.


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.


Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other


court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.


Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite and efficient manner.


Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and


attorneys.


Understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions.


Apply job-related terminology, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws to define problems, collect data,


establish facts, record data, appropriately complete forms, and provide information to customers.


Pay attention to detail.


Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, subordinates, superiors, and/or


the general public.


Work within time constraints, meet fixed deadlines, and demonstrate good organizational skills.


Apply gained knowledge to determine whether a request is emergent and prioritize accordingly.

Physical Requirements:

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Equipment, Machinery and Tools:

Computer, telephone, cash register, copier, and fax machine.

Software and Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook; Odyssey, Odyssey File & Serve, Zoom and Skype communication.

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.