Judiciary Clerk ; Classified - Finance

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The Camden Vicinage is seeking self-starters interested in performing a variety of clerical, administrative, and other support functions in connection with proceedings instituted before courts or programs administered under the supervision of the courts, in support of the business operations of such courts, and as contact representatives for clients and customers or users of the services provided by the New Jersey Courts.

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong team that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public's trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court.

Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

This position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Under the general direction of the Vicinage Finance Manager or other supervisory personnel, the specific duties of this position will include, but not be limited to: operation of a cash register; record cash transactions; answer inquiries from the public; update records or case-related information; verify records for accuracy, completeness, or conformity; check inputs or outputs of data processing for accuracy; collect fees or costs as directed by the court;

verify authenticity or validity of documents; modify cash transactions; records or journals; review clients or customer records; verify financial transactions for accuracy; summarize account information or transaction details; and perform other related duties as assigned. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Internal applicants:
Open to employees of the New Jersey Judiciary who have an aggregate of one year of permanent service as of the announced closing date in the following career (classified) titles:
Advancement Judiciary Clerk 2 Judiciary Clerk 2 Bilingual Judiciary Account Clerk 1 Judiciary Account Clerk 1 Bilingual Lateral Reassignment Judiciary Account Clerk 2 Judiciary Account Clerk 2 Bilingual Judiciary Clerk 3 Judiciary Clerk 3 Bilingual Eligibility for Advancement:
Eligibility is based upon the applicants having achieved all the competencies for advancement to Judiciary Clerk 3 as listed on the Career Progression Eligibility Form for this title. Applicants for advancement to the Judiciary Clerk 3 title are not required to take a New Jersey Civil Service Commission promotional examination. Experience Requirement:
One year of experience performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, reconciling balances or accounts and/or scheduling meetings or appointments. Ability to use a keyboard, no minimum speed.

External applicants:
One year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, reconciling balances or accounts and/or scheduling meetings or appointments. Ability to use a keyboard, no minimum speed.

Physical Ability:
For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching to perform the essential duties of the position. For some positions, the selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and, occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds, in order to perform essential duties of the position.

Driver's License:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

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