Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Courthouse Clerk and become an essential part of New Jersey's judicial system. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure seamless court operations while serving the Newark community with excellence. This role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work in a historic courthouse environment.
Responsibilities
- Process legal documents, filings, and court records with meticulous accuracy
- Manage case dockets and maintain digital/filing systems
- Provide exceptional customer service to attorneys, litigants, and court personnel
- Coordinate with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement for court proceedings
- Prepare official court orders, summonses, and administrative correspondence
- Manage jury selection processes and juror communications
- Uphold strict confidentiality protocols for sensitive legal information
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years clerical or legal administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of New Jersey court procedures a plus
- Pass background check and drug screening