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via Government Jobs posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 44,899.84–70,774.06 a year
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 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.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $44,899.84 to $70,774.06 for Schedule A, and $44,899.84 to $67,235.35 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater. Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage is seeking a candidate who is dependable, well-organized, detail-oriented, with strong resource handling, customer service and communication skills to support the administrative functions for two Court Executive 1b positions, EEO/AA Officer, and Ombudsman. The selected candidate will: work with Microsoft Suite applications, establish and maintain confidential electronic files for various subject matters; type correspondence, documents, coordinate and schedule in-person and virtual meetings, training sessions and other events, screen telephone calls and/or visitors, assist court users, create vicinage publications and other communications i.e. brochures, pamphlets, presentations, event announcements, etc.

REMOTE WORK: 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, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Other duties include but are not limited to:
• Record meeting minutes
• Prepare meeting summaries.
• Schedule and moderate committee meetings on Teams and Zoom
• Assist with the preparation of confidential monthly and quarterly tracking reports.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information/assistance to committee members.
• Collect, compile, and organize statistical data, charts, and spreadsheets for reports.
• Work on multiple assignments while ensuring effective time management and prioritization.
• Recommend improvements in work processes and administrative practices.
• Advise on deadlines and make recommendations.
• Provide customer service support in the Court User Resource Center
• Explains Judiciary policies or procedures to court users.
• Informs court users about available services.
• Perform related duties as required.
Three years of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services to include keyboarding and one or more of the following: document or information processing, handling payments for fees, recording monies received, reconciling balances or accounts and/or scheduling meetings or appointments.

Testing: Applicants selected to interview must pass an appointing authority administered examination to demonstrate keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of at least 25 words per minute, or must have otherwise demonstrated this competency as detailed below.

The appointing authority administered examination is waived for the following applicants who have been deemed to possess keyboarding skills at the Judiciary standard of 25 words per minute:
• All applicants who possess a current typing proficiency certification issued by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission or the New Jersey Judiciary.
• Judiciary staff that have permanent status in a career service title requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test.
• Judiciary staff in unclassified titles requiring a keyboarding, typing or stenography test.
Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

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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 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.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $48,134.11 to $78,859.72 for Schedule A, and $48,134.11 to $74,916.73 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater. Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

SHOULD ANOTHER POSITION BECOME AVAILABLE WITHIN THE NEXT FIVE MONTHS OFTHE CLOSING DATE OF THIS RECRUITMENT, THE APPLICANT POOL FROM THISPOSITION MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS.

The Morris/Sussex Vicinage Office of the Ombudsman and the Court User Resource Center (CURC) is seeking a professional candidate with strong written and oral communication, Total quality management, and interpersonal skills, who is committed to providing excellent customer service with Integrity and Honesty. Under the general supervision of the Court Executive 1b (Ombudsman) and direct report to the Administrative Supervisor 1 (CURC), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing assistance to court users by answering questions about court forms, processes, procedures and the status of cases and offering resources, in person, by telephone and written communication; guide court users on how to navigate our website (www.njcourts.gov) to obtain forms, information, and to submit documents through our Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system. The AS2 will assess the needs of the court users to provide accurate procedural guidance and excellent customer service. The AS2 may also assist court users in completing and submitting forms according to the Forms Assistance policy. This individual would be responsible to provide daily administrative support for the Ombudsman and the Court User Resource Center in completing reports, entering daily customer contacts, entering survey results, complete internal forms i.e., supply orders, travel vouchers and respond to internal requests from divisions. The selected candidate will participate and guide training sessions or orientation programs, assist with the coordination and scheduling of courthouse tours, One Judge One School program visits, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement committee meetings, Judge courtroom visits, and Court User Satisfaction Survey initiative, displaying high standards of ethical conduct and understanding of the organization’s standards. The selected candidate will be expected to possess and display a high level of initiative and commitment, work well in a dynamic team atmosphere, and treat all personnel, clients, and the public with dignity and respect.
• *Although this position is based at the Sussex County Judicial Center (Newton, NJ) travel to the Morris County Superior Courthouse (Morristown, NJ) and other judiciary locations may be required. **

REMOTE WORK: 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, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Substitution: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience on a year-for-year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate's degree and two years of additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Applicants who are approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply. If selected, the applicant must complete their degree no later than their start date.

Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service.(See www.naces.org/members.html)

Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

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Court Term: August 25, 2023 through August 30, 2024. Candidates should be aware that travel within the tri-county Vicinage may be required and that the position may be reassigned to another county within the Vicinage... The following Superior Court Judges at Vicinage 15 Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem Counties are seeking Judicial Law Clerks for the 2023-2024 Court Term. To apply, please submit your resume directly to the Judges through the Judiciary's Court Term: August 25, 2023 through August 30, 2024.

Candidates should be aware that travel within the tri-county Vicinage may be required and that the position may be reassigned to another county within the Vicinage...

The following Superior Court Judges at Vicinage 15 Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem Counties are seeking Judicial Law Clerks for the 2023-2024 Court Term. To apply, please submit your resume directly to the Judges through the Judiciary's web-based portal https://www.njcourts.gov/public/find-jobs/law-clerk.

Judge Linda Lawhun - Criminal, Salem County
Judge Jean Chetney - Family, Salem County
Judge Demetrica Todd - Criminal Recovery Court, Cumb/Salem County

Judge's Chambers Listing and Contact Information: Click here

Note: Law clerks work onsite and are not eligible for remote work.

Salary Information: Salaries listed are based on a 53 week court term. These are salary levels for the 2022-2023 Court Term. The salaries for the 2023-2024 Court Term are to be determined based on funding availability.
Supreme Court$69,594Superior Court Appellate Division$63,540Superior Court Assignment Judge$58,246Superior Court Chancery Division, General Equity$58,246Superior Court Law Division, (Civil, Family and Criminal) $53,657Tax Court$53,657

Individuals who have served or are currently serving a trial court or Tax Court clerkship may be eligible to serve an additional one year clerkship in the Appellate Division or Supreme Court. Start your legal career in a court system recognized as one of the best in the nation and enhance your future career prospects. Professional law clerk positions are available in the New Jersey Judiciary for individuals with strong communication and analytical skills. Supreme Court law clerks work with justices on complex cases involving difficult issues of law. Appellate Division law clerks conduct research, analyze legal data, prepare legal memoranda, process emergent motion applications, and proofread published opinions. Law clerks for assignment judges learn all aspects of court administration and assist with processing emergent motions. Trial court law clerks gain practical experience while gaining valuable insight into the judicial process. Under the direction of one or more judges over the course of the year, trial court law clerks observe judicial proceedings, attend conferences with attorneys and judges, receive training in mediation and mediate small claims cases and summarize information for judges. Tax Court law clerks perform duties similar to those assigned to law clerks in the Appellate Division and trial courts, but do not mediate cases. As of June 20, 2022, applicants may apply directly to justices or judges through the Judiciary's web-based portal. Applications will not be accepted before that date. Applicants will be contacted directly by the justices or judges for interviews on or after June 27, 2022.

To apply for a clerkship, please click here https://www.njcourts.gov/public/find-jobs/law-clerk (available June 20, 2022).

Law clerks must have graduated from a law school approved by the American Bar Association by the time of their law clerk appointment. The Judiciary's law clerkship program is intended for recent law school graduates, which is defined as graduating within the last four years. Selected candidates will be required to provide an official, final law school transcript, not a photocopy, which includes the date of graduation from their law school at the time of hire. Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential.

It is helpful to have completed a course in mediation prior to the start of the clerkship. Under Court Rule, all trial court law clerks who will serve as mediators must first complete the Judiciary sponsored 12-hour mediation training or its equivalent. Applicants selected for clerkships can request a waiver from attending the Judiciary's training program at the start of the court term by providing documentation that confirms that they successfully completed an approved alternative dispute resolution course.

Note: Law clerks may hold outside employment with prior approval as provided in the Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees. The Code is available online at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/find-jobs/code-of-conduct
Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Individuals selected for clerkships must agree to a thorough background check, which will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in the strictest confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Law clerks are not subject to the residency law during their 53 week term. Additionally, law clerks who serve a second clerkship in a higher court are exempt from the residency requirement. Clerks who anticipate moving into another state position immediately following their clerkship(s) must be mindful that, upon conclusion of their clerkship term, they will need to be New Jersey residents.

Approximately 480 clerkships are available. Of those, a limited number of clerkships exist for the Supreme Court, Superior Court Appellate Division, Superior Court Assignment Judges, Superior Court Chancery Division in general equity court, and in the Tax Court. Applicants interested in those positions should apply early during the hiring process. Most openings exist in the Superior Court Law Division in civil and criminal court, and Superior Court Chancery Division in family court. For additional information see the Judiciary's website at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/find-jobs/law-clerk. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and other protected class members are encouraged to apply.

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.
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Have you dreamed of joining an organization which values its human capital, and where every position is integral to our mission and success? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? The New Jersey Judiciary may have opportunities available at locations throughout the state. The New Jersey Judiciary seeks self-starters interested in performing a variety of clerical, administrative and... other support functions in connection with proceedings Have you dreamed of joining an organization which values its human capital, and where every position is integral to our mission and success? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? The New Jersey Judiciary may have opportunities available at locations throughout the state. The New Jersey Judiciary seeks 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 Judiciary. For more information on open Judiciary Clerk 2 (Classified/Provisional) opportunities, visit the New Jersey Courts website at www.njcourts.gov. Salary range is $33,292.80 - $48,746.67 per year. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will be at the minimum of the salary range. Read the full job specification at the State of New Jersey Civil Service Commission’s website: https://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/77120.htm

REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: A five-minute qualifying typing/keyboarding test (scored on a pass/fail basis) may be scheduled or administered during the interview process. If you have a current typing proficiency certificate you should upload a copy with your application. Applicants who have taken a typing/keyboarding test administered by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) or an approved representative of the CSC and have been issued a scoring report indicating a passing score, or a proficiency certificate, are not required to be tested again. Candidates will be graded on a scale based on the number of errors made. The minimum acceptable typing speed is 25 net words per minute. Net words equal total words per minute minus errors. Keyboards will be provided.

LICENSE: Appointees 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. The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.

PHYSICAL ABILITY: For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching to perform the essential duties of the position. For some positions, 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 in order to perform the duties of the position.

Click on the ‘Apply on company site’ button to visit the State of New Jersey Civil Service Commission’s Online Application System and submit an application.
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Applications must be completed and submitted by 4PM on the closing date of 04/21/2023. Application fee of $25.00.

Customer Care and Technical Support: If you are having difficulty submitting your application online, customer care and technical support are available during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday, excluding holidays and emergency closings. Please email: OAS.support@csc.nj.gov or call (609) 292-4144.

Please note that application support requests received outside regular business hours on the closing date will not change the application filing deadline so PLEASE FILE EARLY.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
• NJAC 4A:4-2.3(b) states that all requirements must be met as of the closing date.
• Online applications must be completed and submitted by the closing date listed above.
• You must complete your application in detail. Your score may be based on a comparison of your background with the job requirements. Failure to complete your application properly may lower your score or cause you to fail. NOTE: Autofill may cause incomplete information on your application. Please confirm your name, address and phone number prior to submitting your application.
• If an employment list results from this announcement, it may be certified to fill full-time and part-time positions.
• Effective September 1, 2011, the New Jersey First residency law was enacted. Please click here for additional information - https://www.state.nj.us/csc/about/news/2012/approved/20120131a.html. In accordance with Public Law 2010 c. 26, Veterans pay a reduced application fee of $15.00 if they have previously established Veteran's Preference with the DMAVA (as defined by NJSA 11A:5-1 et seq). Those claiming Veteran’s Preference but have not yet received approval from DMAVA must pay the full application fee and may request a refund if the claim is approved at least 8 days prior to the issuance of the eligibility list. Please note this reduced fee does not apply to Public Safety titles.
• Application fees submitted via personal check or money order must be postmarked within five (5) business days of submitting your application. If your fee is postmarked after five (5) business days, or is returned as invalid, you will be declared ineligible and denied admittance to the examination process.
• The Civil Service Commission is increasing its use of emails as a communication tool. Please ensure that your email is always up-to-date so that important information about the testing process is not missed. Please remember to check your junk mail, spam, and clutter for these important messages
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JOB Court Term: August 25, 2023 through August 30, 2024Salary Information Salaries listed are based on a 53 week court term. These are salary levels for the 2022-2023 Court Term. The salaries for the 2023-2024 Court Term are to be determined based on funding availability.Supreme Court$69,594Superior Court Appellate Division$63,540Superior Court Assignment Judge$58,246Superior Court Chancery... Division, General Equity$58,246Superior Court Law Division, JOB

Court Term: August 25, 2023 through August 30, 2024Salary Information Salaries listed are based on a 53 week court term. These are salary levels for the 2022-2023 Court Term. The salaries for the 2023-2024 Court Term are to be determined based on funding availability.Supreme Court$69,594Superior Court Appellate Division$63,540Superior Court Assignment Judge$58,246Superior Court Chancery... Division, General Equity$58,246Superior Court Law Division, (Civil, Family and Criminal) $53,657Tax Court$53,657Individuals who have served or are currently serving a trial court or Tax Court clerkship may be eligible to serve an additional one year clerkship in the Appellate Division or Supreme Court. Start your legal career in a court system recognized as one of the best in the nation and enhance your future career prospects. Professional law clerk positions are available in the New Jersey Judiciary for individuals with strong communication and analytical skills. Supreme Court law clerks work with justices on complex cases involving difficult issues of law. Appellate Division law clerks conduct research, analyze legal data, prepare legal memoranda, process emergent motion applications, and proofread published opinions. Law clerks for assignment judges learn all aspects of court administration and assist with processing emergent motions. Trial court law clerks gain practical experience while gaining valuable insight into the judicial process. Under the direction of one or more judges over the course of the year, trial court law clerks observe judicial proceedings, attend conferences with attorneys and judges, receive training in mediation and mediate small claims cases and summarize information for judges. Tax Court law clerks perform duties similar to those assigned to law clerks in the Appellate Division and trial courts, but do not mediate cases. As of June 20, 2022, applicants may apply directly to justices or judges through the Judiciary's web-based portal. Applications will not be accepted before that date. Applicants will be contacted directly by the justices or judges for interviews on or after June 27, 2022.To apply for a clerkship, please click here https://www.njcourts.gov/public/find-jobs/law-clerk (available June 20, 2022).Note: Effective February 1, 2022, the New Jersey Judiciary will require all state court judges and staff to provide to Human Resources either (1) proof of initial vaccination and booster against COVID-19 once eligible to receive the booster; or (2) results of weekly tests for COVID-19. This information is maintained in a secure Judiciary application that is accessible only by a limited group of Human Resources staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Note: Law clerks may hold outside employment with prior approval as provided in the Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees. The Code is available online at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/assets/access/codeofconduct_hr.pdf?c=O3g.Driver's License: 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. Authorization to Work: 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. Special Note: Individuals selected for clerkships must agree to a thorough background check, which will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in the strictest confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Law clerks are not subject to the residency law during their 53 week term. Additionally, law clerks who serve a second clerkship in a higher court are exempt from the residency requirement. Clerks who anticipate moving into another state position immediately following their clerkship(s) must be mindful that, upon conclusion of their clerkship term, they will need to be New Jersey residents.Approximately 480 clerkships are available. Of those, a limited number of clerkships exist for the Supreme Court, Superior Court Appellate Division, Superior Court Assignment Judges, Superior Court Chancery Division in general equity court, and in the Tax Court. Applicants interested in those positions should apply early during the hiring process. Most openings exist in the Superior Court Law Division in civil and criminal court, and Superior Court Chancery Division in family court. For additional information see the Judiciary's website at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/lawclerks.html. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and other protected class members are encouraged to apply.The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative ActionEmployer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to JusticeNeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST
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Description Have you dreamed of joining an organization which values its human capital, and where every position is integral to our mission and success? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? The New Jersey Judiciary may have opportunities available at locations throughout the state... The New Jersey Judiciary seeks self-starters interested in performing a variety of clerical, administrative and other support functions in connection Description

Have you dreamed of joining an organization which values its human capital, and where every position is integral to our mission and success? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? The New Jersey Judiciary may have opportunities available at locations throughout the state...

The New Jersey Judiciary seeks 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 Judiciary.

For more information on open Judiciary Clerk 2 Bilingual Spanish & English (Classified/Provisional) opportunities, visit the New Jersey Courts website at www.njcourts.gov.

Salary range is $33,292.80 - $48,746.67 per year. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will be at the minimum of the salary range.

Read the full job specification at the State of New Jersey Civil Service Commission’s website:

https://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/77120C.htm

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

NOTE: A five-minute qualifying typing/keyboarding test (scored on a pass/fail basis) may be scheduled or administered during the interview process. If you have a current typing proficiency certificate you should upload a copy with your application. Applicants who have taken a typing/keyboarding test administered by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) or an approved representative of the CSC and have been issued a scoring report indicating a passing score, or a proficiency certificate, are not required to be tested again. Candidates will be graded on a scale based on the number of errors made. The minimum acceptable typing speed is 25 net words per minute. Net words equal total words per minute minus errors. Keyboards will be provided.

LICENSE: Appointees 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. The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.

SPECIAL SKILLS: The above examples of work are to be performed by utilizing Spanish or English, as required, depending on the needs of the individual persons communicated with during the course of official duties. Such examples do not require an individual to interpret or translate any court proceeding or in any other context. Candidates will be tested at time of certification for the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.

PHYSICAL ABILITY: For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching to perform the essential duties of the position. For some positions, 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 in order to perform the duties of the position.

Click on the ‘Apply on company site’ button to visit the State of New Jersey Civil Service Commission’s Online Application System and submit an application.

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Applications must be completed and submitted by 4PM on the closing date of 04/21/2022. Application fee of $25.00.

Customer Care and Technical Support: If you are having difficulty submitting your application online, customer care and technical support are available during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday, excluding holidays and emergency closings. Please email: OAS.support@csc.nj.gov or call (609) 292-4144.

Please note that application support requests received outside regular business hours on the closing date will not change the application filing deadline so PLEASE FILE EARLY.

Supplemental Information

Important Information
• NJAC 4A:4-2.3(b) states that all requirements must be met as of the closing date.
• Online applications must be completed and submitted by the closing date listed above.
• You must complete your application in detail. Your score may be based on a comparison of your background with the job requirements. Failure to complete your application properly may lower your score or cause you to fail. NOTE: Autofill may cause incomplete information on your application. Please confirm your name, address and phone number prior to submitting your application.
• If an employment list results from this announcement, it may be certified to fill full-time and part-time positions.
• Effective September 1, 2011, the New Jersey First residency law was enacted. Please click here for additional information - Civil Service Commission | NJ First Act (state.nj.us)

In accordance with Public Law 2010 c. 26, Veterans pay a reduced application fee of $15.00 if they have previously established Veteran's Preference with the DMAVA (as defined by NJSA 11A:5-1 et seq). Those claiming Veteran’s Preference but have not yet received approval from DMAVA must pay the full application fee and may request a refund if the claim is approved at least 8 days prior to the issuance of the eligibility list. Please note this reduced fee does not apply to Public Safety titles.
• Application fees submitted via personal check or money order must be postmarked within five (5) business days of submitting your application. If your fee is postmarked after five (5) business days, or is returned as invalid, you will be declared ineligible and denied admittance to the examination process.
• The Civil Service Commission is increasing its use of emails as a communication tool. Please ensure that your email is always up-to-date so that important information about the testing process is not missed. Please remember to check your junk mail, spam, and clutter for these important messages
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Salary Information: $53,657.00 per year The Union Vicinage is seeking law school graduates with strong oral and written communication and analytical skills for immediate appointment as Landlord Tenant Legal Specialist. The selected candidate(s) will perform specialized legal work and analysis in the Landlord Tenant section of the Special Civil Part under the direction of the Civil Division... Manager and/or designee. The individual will work in support Salary Information: $53,657.00 per year

The Union Vicinage is seeking law school graduates with strong oral and written communication and analytical skills for immediate appointment as Landlord Tenant Legal Specialist. The selected candidate(s) will perform specialized legal work and analysis in the Landlord Tenant section of the Special Civil Part under the direction of the Civil Division... Manager and/or designee. The individual will work in support of judges assigned Landlord Tenant cases, and be responsible to review pleadings and other documents for legal sufficiency and accuracy; conduct case management conferences and settlement conferences; analyze case-related information and prepare recommendations for a judge's review. The successful candidate must be well organized, self-directed, results oriented and able to work under deadlines. The selected candidates will be expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple judges, chambers staff, other Judiciary employees, attorneys, self-represented litigants and the public.
• Term of appointment is for one year and may be extended to a second year.
• *This position may be required to remotely assist other vicinages based on case volume.

If additional position(s) become available in other divisions within 5 months of the closing date of this recruitment, the applicant pool from this recruitment may be used to fill any future positions.

Prepare recommendations with clear legal basis for Judges in matters under the
jurisdiction of the Landlord Tenant Section of the Law Division, Special Civil Part
Analyze pleadings, records, or other papers filed in pending landlord tenant matters to
determine their merit
Analyze cases in accordance with existing federal and state laws, federal regulations and
case law
Recommend appropriate action by the court
Conduct case management conferences and gather relevant information from the parties
to a case
Settle/Mediate landlord tenant matters
Write case notes or draft case related correspondence
Advise judges and management on legal or case issues
Apply statutes, directives, court rules, case law, policies, or other regulatory standards to
landlord tenant cases
Prepare settlement agreements in accord with court rules, case law, policies and statutes

Landlord Tenant Legal Specialists must have graduated from an American Bar Association approved law school by the time of their appointment.

Prior Superior Court clerkship experience strongly preferred.

Selected candidates will be required to provide an official, final law school transcript, not a
photocopy, which includes the date of graduation from their law school at the time of hire.
Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential.

Mediation Training: It is helpful to have completed a course in mediation prior to appointment.
Under Court Rule 1:40-12, law clerks who will serve as third party neutral settlors must first
complete the Judiciary sponsored 6-hour complementary dispute resolution (CDR) settlement
techniques training or the equivalent. Applicants selected for appointment can request a waiver from attending the Judiciary's training program upon appointment by providing documentation that confirms that they successfully completed an approved alternative dispute resolution course.

Prior fulfillment of the Judiciary 6-hour CDR settlement techniques training strongly
preferred.

Note: Law clerks may hold outside employment with prior approval as provided in the Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees. The Code is available online at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/assets/access/codeofconduct_hr.pdf?c=O3g.
Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Individuals selected for clerkships must agree to a thorough background check, which will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in the strictest confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Law clerks are not subject to the residency law during their 53 week term. Additionally, law clerks who serve a second clerkship in a higher court are exempt from the residency requirement. Clerks who anticipate moving into another state position immediately following their clerkship(s) must be mindful that, upon conclusion of their clerkship term, they will need to be New Jersey residents.

Approximately 480 clerkships are available. Of those, a limited number of clerkships exist for the Supreme Court, Superior Court Appellate Division, Superior Court Assignment Judges, Superior Court Chancery Division in general equity court, and in the Tax Court. Applicants interested in those positions should apply early during the hiring process. Most openings exist in the Superior Court Law Division in civil and criminal court, and Superior Court Chancery Division in family court. For additional information see the Judiciary's website at https://www.njcourts.gov/public/lawclerks.html. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and other protected class members are encouraged to apply.

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.
The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
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Salary Information$52,648.51 Court Term... The Camden Vicinage is seeking law school graduates with strong oral and written communication and analytical skills for immediate appointment as Landlord Tenant Legal Specialist. The selected candidate(s) will perform specialized legal work and analysis in the Landlord Tenant section of the Special Civil Part under the direction of the Civil Division Manager and/or designee. The individual will work in Salary Information$52,648.51

Court Term...
The Camden Vicinage is seeking law school graduates with strong oral and written communication and analytical skills for immediate appointment as Landlord Tenant Legal Specialist. The selected candidate(s) will perform specialized legal work and analysis in the Landlord Tenant section of the Special Civil Part under the direction of the Civil Division Manager and/or designee. The individual will work in support of judges assigned Landlord Tenant cases, and be responsible to review pleadings and other documents for legal sufficiency and accuracy; conduct case management conferences and settlement conferences; analyze case-related information and prepare recommendations for a judge’s review. The successful candidate must be well organized, self-directed, results oriented and able to work under deadlines. The selected candidates will be expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple judges, chambers staff, other Judiciary employees, attorneys, self-represented litigants and the public.
• Term of appointment is for one year and may be extended to a second year.
• *This position may be required to remotely assist other vicinages based on case volume.

REMOTE WORK: 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, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.
• Prepare recommendations with clear legal basis for Judges in matters under the jurisdiction of the Landlord Tenant Section of the Law Division, Special Civil Part
• Analyze pleadings, records, or other papers filed in pending landlord tenant matters to determine their merit
• Analyze cases in accordance with existing federal and state laws, federal regulations and case law
• Recommend appropriate action by the court
• Conduct case management conferences and gather relevant information from the parties to a case
• Settle/Mediate landlord tenant matters
• Write case notes or draft case related correspondence
• Advise judges and management on legal or case issues
• Apply statutes, directives, court rules, case law, policies, or other regulatory standards to landlord tenant cases
• Prepare settlement agreements in accord with court rules, case law, policies and statutes
Landlord Tenant Legal Specialists must have graduated from an American Bar Association-approved law school by the time of their appointment.

Prior Superior Court clerkship experience strongly preferred.

Selected candidates will be required to provide an official, final law school transcript, not a photocopy, which includes the date of graduation from their law school at the time of hire. Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential.

Mediation Training: It is helpful to have completed a course in mediation prior to appointment. Under Court Rule 1:40-12, law clerks who will serve as third party neutral settlors must first complete the Judiciary sponsored 6-hour complementary dispute resolution (CDR) settlement techniques training or the equivalent. Applicants selected for appointment can request a waiver from attending the Judiciary's training program upon appointment by providing documentation that confirms that they successfully completed an approved alternative dispute resolution course.

Prior fulfillment of the Judiciary 6-hour CDR settlement techniques training strongly preferred.

Note: Law Clerks may hold outside employment with prior approval as provided in the Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees. The Code is available online at http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/rules/appemploy.htm.
Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Individuals appointed must agree to a thorough background check, which will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in the strictest confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Law clerks are not subject to the residency law during their 52 week term. Additionally, law clerks who serve a second clerkship are exempt from the residency requirement. Clerks who anticipate moving into another state position immediately following their clerkship(s) must be mindful that, upon conclusion of their clerkship term, they will need to be New Jersey residents.

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice

NeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST
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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 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.

SALARY: The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.

This position is limited to a maximum of 944 hours in a fiscal year. Interns would be required to work up a minimum of 10 hours up to 20 hours per week.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The Probation Division, as part of the Judiciary, provides case management, supervision, and support to clients placed on probation, or ordered to pay child support. Probation works closely with clients, judges, other divisions of the Judiciary, and community agencies. Probation also has a wide range of specialized programs such as Recovery Court, Gun Violence Reduction Initiative (GVI), JOBS Initiative (JOBS), Domestic Violence (DV), Mental Health (MH), Sex Abuse (SAB), Juvenile Programs, Collections (CEP), and Child Support Enforcement among other services.

Probation is seeking dynamic, engaged undergraduate students in the social and behavioral science majors who are interested in broadening their understanding and gaining experience to a wide array of the judicial court system, probation, post disposition, and evidence-based practices.
• Observing client interviews and court proceedings
• Performing special projects
• Conducting research and analysis
• Performing computer related work
• Collecting and entering data
• Providing customer service
• Drafting correspondences and memos
• Attending community planning meetings
• Assisting staff as directed

Thirty credit hours from an accredited college pursuing a degree or certificate in the Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a related field.

Unofficial College or University transcript must be included in your application in order to be considered.
Physical Ability: For some positions, 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.

Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Vaccination and Testing for COVID 19: Effective February 1, 2022, the New Jersey Judiciary will require all state court judges and staff to provide to Human Resources either (1) proof of initial vaccination and booster against COVID-19 once eligible to receive the booster; or (2) results of weekly tests for COVID-19. This information is maintained in a secure Judiciary application that is accessible only by a limited group of Human Resources staff.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice

NeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST
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via Government Jobs schedule_type: Internship
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 the 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, 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 the 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.

SALARY: The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.

This position is limited to a maximum of 944 hours in a fiscal year. Interns would be required to work a minimum of 10 hours up to a maximum of 20 hours per week.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The Judiciary is seeking individuals with strong communication and organizational skills for a paid internship opportunity. The intern will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive tasks, and customer service duties in connection with the Pretrial Services Unit in the Criminal Division. The intern will gain a broad insight and knowledge of the court system, specifically Pretrial Services.
• Prepare filings for judge and staff review, including document retrieval, and providing documents to chambers
• Assist with answering phones, returning phone calls, and receiving and distributing voicemails
• Research caseloads
• Calendar management
• Moderate virtual hearings
• Assist with client contact for newly assigned cases and reminders
• Follow up with treatment providers and defendants

Thirty credit hours from an accredited college pursuing a degree or certificate in the Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a related field.

Unofficial College or University transcript must be included in your application in order to be considered.
Physical Ability: For some positions, 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.

Driver's License: 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.

Authorization to Work: 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.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

HOW TO APPLY:

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. 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.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice

NeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST
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