Courtroom Technology Assistant

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Cumberland County Courthouse, Portland.

• Operate and maintain courtroom technology, including recording systems, courtroom sound systems, assistive listening devices, video monitors, DVD/VHS players, interactive video conferencing systems, MAC/PC systems, and other related equipment.
• Record, monitor, and log court proceedings using digital or analog recording systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and refer to service contractors as needed.
• Arrange for maintenance, testing, care, and inventory of equipment.
• In the courtroom, check microphones, cabling, recording heads, and monitor audio quality during proceedings; adjust volumes and microphone positions as necessary.
• Create detailed log notes and play back recordings; mark exhibits and prepare materials requested by the Court.
• Produce and assess original and duplicate recordings; conduct quality control reviews and develop procedures.
• Provide staff training and develop training materials/checklists.
• Forward transcript orders and estimate costs to the Office of Transcript Operations.
• Prepare reports, memoranda, and other court‑related documents as instructed.
• Travel to assigned courts and provide administrative support when required.
• Provide excellent customer service in interactions with the public, judicial officers, court staff, attorneys, and other agencies.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of clerical experience in a clerk’s office or comparable work; experience with courtroom technologies preferred.
• Knowledge of various courtroom technologies such as recording, sound, assistive listening, and computer systems.
• Ability to learn detailed computer applications and work with networked computers.
• Proficient keyboard typing at a minimum of 45 words per minute.
• Strong customer service skills and effective communication with public, staff, attorneys, and agencies.
• Understanding of court procedures, legal documents, and applicable laws.
• Capacity to maintain confidentiality of sensitive Judicial Branch information.
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow oral and written instructions.
• Willingness to travel to courts across the state.

• 13 paid holidays
• 2+ weeks vacation leave
• 12 paid sick days annually
• 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)
• Health insurance premium credit (up to 5% reduction 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)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 per year
• Employer‑paid life insurance (1× annual salary)
• Additional wellness benefits

Grade 11: $23.65 – $32.01 per hour.

This posting will remain open until filled. Submit a cover letter, resume, and online application at

The Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA Employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants.