Judiciary Clerk- Paternity

Job Title
Judiciary Clerk

Division/Department
Paternity

Closing Date
January 29, 2026

Location
Baltimore City Circuit Court

111 N. Calvert Street Baltimore, MD 21202

Salary
$50,324

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Financial Disclosure
Yes

At Will
No

Position Type
Fulltime

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.
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Essential Job Functions
This position will work in all areas of the Paternity Division within the Baltimore City Circuit Court. This position is responsible for processing and maintaining paternity case files by reviewing pleadings, typing appropriate entries into the automated database, forwarding true test copies to all parties, and filing case pleadings in case folders. Schedules court hearing dates. Ensures case files are delivered to courtrooms prior to hearings. Assists the public and attorneys by providing information about the status of cases and the Clerk?s office procedures, both at the counter and by telephone. Prepares summons and other writs. Index new cases. Collects bail and processes appropriate paperwork for releases. Serve as cashier as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Initiate new cases and issue summons.

Review pleadings, enter appropriate docket entries into the automated database, and file court files.

Schedule court hearings.

Ensure case files are delivered to the courtroom before the court hearing date.

Assist the public and attorneys by providing information about the status of cases and the Clerk?s office procedure.

Collect bail and process appropriate paperwork for releases.

Minimum Qualifications
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/associate?s degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
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.

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.

Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.

Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.

Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.

Physical Requirements
*Light work. *
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Equipment, Machinery And Tools
Computer, telephone, cash register, copier, and fax machine.

Software And Computer Skills
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook; Odyssey, File & Serve, Zoom and Skype communication.

Selection Process
Your 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.

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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
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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 or call 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 .