Magistrate Assistant (Family Division Magistrates) - Non-Merit

at  Baltimore County MD

QUALIFICATIONS

A High School graduate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of court procedures; exercise a high degree of judgment, tact, diplomacy and competence in dealing with magistrates, judges, the public and professional personnel. Must have a thorough knowledge of legal terminology and procedures and be proficient with word processing software. Excellent proof reading and typing skills are required.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by an individual in this position.

PROOF OF LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

QUALIFICATIONS

A High School graduate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of court procedures; exercise a high degree of judgment, tact, diplomacy and competence in dealing with magistrates, judges, the public and professional personnel. Must have a thorough knowledge of legal terminology and procedures and be proficient with word processing software. Excellent proof reading and typing skills are required.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by an individual in this position.

PROOF OF LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Office Administrator assists the Family Division Magistrates in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. This position supports the magistrates and ensures that efficient operations and procedures are implemented and followed in the Family Division. Must exercise a high degree of independence and discretion.Essential Job Duties

• Acts as an assistant to Family Division Magistrates. Responsible for typing orders and judgments, reports and recommendations of findings, letters, memoranda, and other documents as directed.
• Coordinates with other court personnel to implement policies and schedule hearings, using the Odyssey case management system.
• Receives and reviews all incoming correspondence and handles inquiries and requests directed to the magistrates. Assists magistrates with the handling and processing of guardianship cases and other duties as assigned.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Office Administrator assists the Family Division Magistrates in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. This position supports the magistrates and ensures that efficient operations and procedures are implemented and followed in the Family Division. Must exercise a high degree of independence and discretion.Essential Job Duties

• Acts as an assistant to Family Division Magistrates. Responsible for typing orders and judgments, reports and recommendations of findings, letters, memoranda, and other documents as directed.
• Coordinates with other court personnel to implement policies and schedule hearings, using the Odyssey case management system.
• Receives and reviews all incoming correspondence and handles inquiries and requests directed to the magistrates. Assists magistrates with the handling and processing of guardianship cases and other duties as assigned.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.