Arbitration Assistant-Hourly Position (Temporary Assignment) Civil Division

The applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies if another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date.

About the role

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary, you will join an 8,500-member team that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness, and quality service. You will engage in meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of the public. The Judiciary addresses critical issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization, and recovery court. Whether in a courtroom, administrative office, training room, IT office, or in the field, our workforce improves the lives of countless individuals and families every day.

The Mercer Vicinage is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual to work part-time in the Civil Arbitration Program. Under the direction of a supervisor, this position will provide varied clerical assistance in the complementary dispute resolution program, specifically the Arbitration Program. This position is limited to a maximum of 944 hours in a fiscal year and may qualify for remote work outside of Judiciary buildings, provided you have high-speed home internet access.

Note: This program does not supersede the "New Jersey First Act," which requires newly hired Judiciary employees to establish and maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite
• Using the Automated Case Management System (ACMS)
• Scanning and retrieving documents from an electronic case jacket (eCourts)
• Reviewing correspondence and data processing output for accuracy
• Preparing and mailing correspondence
• Processing mail
• Handling customer telephone contact and answering inquiries
• Operating various types of office equipment
• Providing customer services to court users
• Filing and performing other related duties as required

Requirements

One (1) year of experience in an office environment performing a variety of clerical and support services, including keyboarding and one or more of the following:

• Document or information processing
• Handling payments for fees
• Recording monies received
• Transcribing information
• Reconciling balances or accounts
• Scheduling meetings or appointments

Supplemental Information

• Physical Ability: For some positions, applicants must be able to perform work requiring climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending, and reaching. The selected candidate must frequently lift and carry supplies weighing 30 to 50 pounds and occasionally materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Driver's License: Required only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
• Authorization to Work: U.S. citizenship is not required. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. according to Department of Homeland Security regulations.
• Background Check: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check, including fingerprinting. All data will be kept confidential.
• Residency Law: In accordance with the "New Jersey First Act," all newly hired employees must establish and maintain principal residence in New Jersey within one year. Exemptions may be requested based on hardship or employer critical need.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.