Judiciary Clerk Cashier

Job Title Judiciary Clerk CashierDivision/Department CashierClosing Date April 28, 2026Location Carroll County District CourtWestminster, MarylandSalary $50,324FLSA Status Non-ExemptAt Will NoPosition Type Regular Full time 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. Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov)About the Maryland Court System | Maryland Courts (mdcourts.gov)Maryland Judiciary Pay Scale June 2025Essential Job FunctionsThe Judiciary Clerk (Cashier) performs all functions and duties necessary in the Judicial Office to include, but not limited to, accepting cases and pleadings in person, by mail or through File & Serve; processing pleadings received by the court; and tasking work to the appropriate person or Queue for processing for Carroll County District Court. Processes and validates payments received by the court; prepares daily deposit and distributes related paperwork to the accounting office. Assists customers, attorneys, and court related agencies regarding questions/procedures in person and by telephone, in a professional manner while adhering to office guideline and policies.Validates payments and filings received by the court; prepares daily deposit; distributes paperwork to the accounting office; receives filings in File & Serve; ensures filing meets requirements of rules and associated fees; Processes legal documents such as new cases, renewals, dismissals etc.; tasks filings to appropriate desk/queue; validates and assists with processing landlord tenant filings. Greets and assists the public and court related personnel.Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsEducation: 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.NoteA Bachelor?s Degree may substitute the required work experience.A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.Knowledge OfA Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.Office practice, procedures, and equipment.Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.Skill InCustomer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.Accuracy and attention to detail.Ability ToUse standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, database software, copier, microfilm machine, cash register, scanner, fax machine, etc.Communicate effectively with the public, court personnel, and staff.Provide information in a polite and efficient manner.Exercise tact in a pressure situation.Understand and follow complex directions.Exercise judgment in applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, or regulation to a situation.Physical RequirementsSedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.Equipment, Machinery And ToolsPersonal computer, adding machine, fax machine, copier, typewriter.Software And Computer SkillsOdyssey- Case Management System; File & Serve, Outlook ? Email system; RCS system; Microsoft Office, Windows 10, CONNECT-Payroll system.Selection ProcessYour application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta@mdcourts.gov.The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .