Judiciary Clerk​/Judiciary Clerk Bilingual Spanish & English; Divisions

Job Title

The Atlantic / Cape May Vicinage is seeking a self-starter 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.

Applicants to this posting may be considered for openings in various divisions, such as Civil, Criminal, Family, Probation, Finance and Operations.

Regular and predictable presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. Travel within the multi-county vicinage may be required. Applicants are advised of the possibility that the individuals selected for this position may be reassigned to another location within the multi-county vicinage if operational needs require it. Locations include Atlantic City, Cape May Court House, and Mays Landing.

Should additional positions become available within 5 months of the closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional positions. REMOTE WORK:
The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and 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.

Provide customer service in virtual and physical courtrooms

Complete standard office or agency business forms

Maintain records, files, or other written materials

Open, sort, and distribute mail, cards, letters, forms, and packages

Operate photocopying and scanning machines

Provide quality customer service to court users and/or internal customers

Provide information to clients, customers, or the public

Request information from individuals, agencies, office visitors, or customers

Record information into computerized recordkeeping or accounting systems

Select appropriate form letters for routine correspondence

Enter data into various computer systems

Complete standard accounting or bookkeeping form

Compose routine correspondence, such as form letters or standard replies to inquiries

Maintain security or confidentiality of records, equipment, or computer access

Answer routine questions in person, by telephone or in writing

Operate audio or visual equipment

Operate cash register

Operate a computer terminal or personal computer for information processing

Post expense, cash, or revenue entries

Prepare files and records for scanning

Complete subpoenas, writs, or other related legal documents

Performs other related duties as required

For some positions, operations of automobiles, light duty trucks, or vans or other motor vehicles may be required.

Ability to use a keyboard is necessary. No minimum typing speed required. BICAT TESTING:
Candidates selected to serve in a bilingual variant title must pass the New Jersey Civil Service Commission Bilingual Communicative Ability Test (BICAT) performance examination or provide proof or having established bilingual proficiency with the New Jersey Civil Service Commission.

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. Special

Note:

Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. Residency Law:
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the…