Assistant Clerk

Overview

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking an Assistant Clerk to support civil, family, and criminal case processing at the Cumberland County Courthouse in Portland. The role involves clerical work in both a Clerk’s Office and courtroom, handling public and attorney interactions while operating computer systems and office equipment.

• 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.
• Two years of customer‑service or clerical/office‑administration experience (college coursework may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis).
• Typing at least 45 words per minute.
• Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to learn detailed computer applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard office software.

• Work‑life balance: 13 paid holidays, 2+ weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days each 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) and premium credit.
• 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 each year.
• Employer‑paid life insurance (1× annual salary).
• Additional wellness benefits.

Starting pay: $22.65 – $23.82 per hour. Grade
10: $22.65 – $30.73 per hour.

Apply through the Find Jobs portal using your existing PRISM account or directly online at  The position will remain open until filled. A cover letter and resume are required.

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. All applicants are subject to a comprehensive background check.