Maryland Judiciary
Judiciary Clerk Paternity/Child Support
Maryland Judiciary, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, us, 20792
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Judiciary Clerk Paternity/Child Support
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Overview Job Title:
Judiciary Clerk Division/Department:
Paternity/Child Support Location: Prince George's County Circuit Court, Upper Marlboro, Maryland Salary:
$50,324 FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Financial Disclosure:
No At Will:
No Position Type:
Regular Full time Closing Date:
October 23, 2025
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. See Maryland Judiciary Benefits and About the Maryland Court System on mdcourts.gov.
Essential Job Functions
Handle processing and maintenance of child support/paternity cases by reviewing case type, inputting information, and preparing and issuing summons, notices, or writs; calculate related fees.
Manage collection, review, and docketing of case file documents pre- and post-court hearings.
Assist the public and attorneys with information about case status and Clerk's Office procedures.
Perform cashier duties and other duties related to the child support/paternity division as needed.
Maintain caseload by inputting entries into cases, verify case numbers and parties on pleadings.
Process and maintain newly filed paternity/support cases, including intake, filing fees, and issuing notices or summons.
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/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience. A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
General office practices, procedures, and equipment; standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
Basic English and arithmetic (spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.
Typing on a personal computer; accuracy and attention to detail.
Use standard office equipment, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, and related tools; communicate clearly and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court personnel (verbal and written).
Understand and follow departmental rules, regulations, and procedures; exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality; follow procedures and protocols; use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying policy, procedure, rule, law, or regulation to a situation.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects, including the human body. Sitting for long periods; walking/standing as required.
Selection Process Your application package will be used to determine eligibility, qualifications, and ranking. Provide complete and accurate information; listing duties as “see resume” may negatively impact consideration. Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after the date will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information unless selected.
Equality & Accommodations The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to 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 law. Applicants needing ADA accommodations should email 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. Equal Employment Opportunity policy: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other | Industries: Administration of Justice
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Judiciary Clerk Paternity/Child Support
role at
Maryland Judiciary .
Overview Job Title:
Judiciary Clerk Division/Department:
Paternity/Child Support Location: Prince George's County Circuit Court, Upper Marlboro, Maryland Salary:
$50,324 FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Financial Disclosure:
No At Will:
No Position Type:
Regular Full time Closing Date:
October 23, 2025
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. See Maryland Judiciary Benefits and About the Maryland Court System on mdcourts.gov.
Essential Job Functions
Handle processing and maintenance of child support/paternity cases by reviewing case type, inputting information, and preparing and issuing summons, notices, or writs; calculate related fees.
Manage collection, review, and docketing of case file documents pre- and post-court hearings.
Assist the public and attorneys with information about case status and Clerk's Office procedures.
Perform cashier duties and other duties related to the child support/paternity division as needed.
Maintain caseload by inputting entries into cases, verify case numbers and parties on pleadings.
Process and maintain newly filed paternity/support cases, including intake, filing fees, and issuing notices or summons.
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/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience. A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
General office practices, procedures, and equipment; standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
Basic English and arithmetic (spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.
Typing on a personal computer; accuracy and attention to detail.
Use standard office equipment, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, and related tools; communicate clearly and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court personnel (verbal and written).
Understand and follow departmental rules, regulations, and procedures; exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality; follow procedures and protocols; use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying policy, procedure, rule, law, or regulation to a situation.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects, including the human body. Sitting for long periods; walking/standing as required.
Selection Process Your application package will be used to determine eligibility, qualifications, and ranking. Provide complete and accurate information; listing duties as “see resume” may negatively impact consideration. Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after the date will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information unless selected.
Equality & Accommodations The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to 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 law. Applicants needing ADA accommodations should email 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. Equal Employment Opportunity policy: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other | Industries: Administration of Justice
Please note: This refined description preserves the essential content while removing extraneous boilerplate and nonessential city postings. This description is suitable for standard job posting formatting.
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