Judiciary Clerk 2 (Classified) Various Divisions

New Jersey Courts•Newark, NJ

3d•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 Essex 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 various Superior Court divisions, such as Civil, Criminal, Family, Probation, Finance and Operations.

Requirements

Applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching.
The selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and, occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
US citizenship is not required.
Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.
All persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.
Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience.
Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Submission of a cover letter is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service in virtual and physical courtrooms
Complete standard office or agency business forms
Maintain records, files or other written materials
Open, sort, and distribute mail, cards, letters, forms, and packages
Operate photocopying and scanning machines
Provide quality customer service to court users and/or internal customers
Provide information to clients, customers or the public
Request information from individuals, agencies, office visitors or customers.
Record information into computerized recordkeeping or accounting systems
Select appropriate form letters for routine correspondence
Enter data into various computer systems
Complete standard accounting or bookkeeping forms
Compose routine correspondence, such as form letters or standard replies to inquiries
Compose routine correspondence
Request needed information from individuals, agencies, or customers
Maintain security or confidentiality of records, equipment or computer access
Answer telephones
Operate cash register
Post expense, cash or revenue entries
Prepare files and records for scanning
Complete subpoenas, writs or other related legal documents
Performs other related duties as assigned
Operations of automobiles, light duty trucks, vans or other motor vehicles may be required for some positions.