Judiciary Clerk

Salary

$51,079

Job Title

Judiciary Clerk

Division/Department

Civil

Closing Date

Jully 28,2026

Location

Wicomico County District Court, 201 Baptist Street, Salisbury, MD 21801

Salary

$51,079

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

At Will

No

Position Type

FT

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Telework, up to 2 days per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.

Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov)

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This is an entry-level clerical position performing case processing duties and responsibilities daily which may entail a high volume of data entry work for civil court cases. The Judiciary Clerk provides accurate information and efficient customer service to the public and other agencies in all areas of the District Court of Maryland.

Complete processing of all filings in the Civil department including but not limited to new suits, renewals, writs, garnishments, oral exams, show causes, domestic violence, peace orders and emergency evaluations. Work reports including 3-507 and expired judgments. Prepare dockets for the courtrooms.

Operate a computer to complete data entry of all phases of civil processes and procedures including domestic violence and peace orders. Monitor File & Serve and task manager throughout the day. Batch scan files as necessary. Order any needed files from the warehouse or archives. Strip paper files as needed.

Answer the telephone and assist the public and justice partners at the counter with civil inquiries as well as other generally related court questions. Utilize problem solving techniques to resolve questions and/or issues that may arise. Receive, open, and sort incoming mail.

Perform cashier, backup cashier, DV clerk duties as needed. Provide backup for other civil clerks in times of staffing shortages.

Accept, process, and send out for service landlord tenant filings. Filings may be filed over the counter or electronically. Manual cases filed over the counter must be entered into Odyssey as a new case filing. Enter landlord tenant service into Odyssey once returned.

Perform any additional duties or assignments as assigned by Supervisor, County Clerk, Administrative and/or Lead Courtroom Clerk

Education:

High school diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience

One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal or financial services.

Note

A Bachelor's Degree may substitute the required work experience.

A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.

A Paralegal Certificate May Substitute The Required Work Experience

Knowledge Of

General office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.

Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Skill In

Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.

Typing on a personal computer.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability To

Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, microfilm machine, register, scanner, fax machine, etc.

Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.

Understand District Court civil procedures, forms, and documents.

Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.

Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.

Maintain respectful, effective, and harmonious working relationships with office staff.

Be organized and efficient to prioritize work.

Follow procedures,…