Assistant Clerk

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Assistant Clerk – State of Maine Judicial Branch

Location:

Sagadahoc County Courthouse, West Bath

The State of Maine Judicial Branch welcomes motivated team members to serve the communities of Maine within the court system. The Judicial Branch supports this mission in its various roles across 31 courts statewide.

This role involves clerical work in a Clerk’s Office and courtroom, processing civil, family, and criminal cases. The Assistant Clerk will interact extensively with the public and attorneys, utilize multiple computer systems, and manage office equipment. A full‑time schedule will support diverse life needs.

• 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

• High school diploma or GED
• At least two years of customer service and/or clerical work/office administration experience (college coursework may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis)
• Accurate keyboard skills – minimum 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, demonstrated by training, education, or work experience

Starting pay: $22.21 – $23.35 per hour. 2% increase July1,2026. Grade
10: $22.21 – $30.13 per hour.

• 13 paid holidays
• 2+ weeks of vacation leave
• 12 paid sick days per year
• Paid parental leave: 4 weeks
• Gym membership and childcare reimbursement programs
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Health insurance (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 $1,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Employer‑paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Additional wellness benefits

This position will remain open until filled. Submit your cover letter, resume, and online application at  The Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.

All applicants are subject to a comprehensive background check, including reference checks, educational verification, license/certification verification, and criminal history check.

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.