Judiciary Clerk 2 / Judiciary Clerk 2 Bilingual

New Jersey Courts•New Brunswick, NJ

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work. The Middlesex Vicinage is seeking self-starters interested in performing a variety of clerical, administrative, and other support functions in connection with proceedings instituted before courts or programs administered under the supervision of the courts, in support of the business operations of such courts, and as contact representatives for clients and customers or users of the services provided by the New Jersey Courts. Applicants to this positing may be considered for openings in the Family and Civil Division. The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Requirements

Ability to use a keyboard, no minimum speed
Candidates selected to serve in bilingual variant title must pass the New Jersey Civil Service Commission Bilingual Communicative Ability (BICAT) performance examination or provide proof of having established bilingual proficiency with the New Jersey Civil Service Commission.

Responsibilities

Complete standard office or agency business forms
Maintain records, files or other written materials
Operate photocopying and scanning machines
Provide quality customer service to court users and/or internal customers
Provide information to clients, customers or the public
Select appropriate form letters for routine correspondence
Enter data into various systems
Compose routine correspondence, such as form letters or standard replies to inquiries
Request needed information from individuals, agencies, or customers
Maintain security or confidentiality of records, equipment or computer access
Answer telephones
Prepare files and records for scanning
Complete subparagraphs, writs or other related legal documents
Performs other related duties as required