***Repost Judiciary Clerk 3 (Classified)

Job Description: Under the general direction of management (Finance Division Manager and Assistant Finance Division Manager) and the direct supervision of the Administrative Supervisor, this individual will provide customer service and support related to the collection, processing, and recording of fees in accordance with court rules. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, adhere to deadlines, demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, and maintain confidentiality. Although the position is within the Finance Division, travel to the Morris County Courthouse (Morristown, NJ), Sussex County Judicial Center (Newton, 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, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Example Of Duties: Answer inquiries from the public concerning fee intake Explain intake related judiciary policies and procedures to external and internal clients for proper fee receipt Refer clients to the appropriate division, individual and/or agency to address clients' needs Collect fees and costs as directed by the court for intake at central fee office and resulting from incoming mail Accurately enter and/or modify fees, batches and cash transactions into appropriate division fee subsystems such as NJKiDS, CAPS, ACMS and CABS Reviewing submitted documentation for accuracy, completeness, conformity and appropriate fee receipt Balancing of fund account intakes for end of day reconciliations Maintaining Excel spreadsheets and other ledger records according to general accounting principles. Consulting with co-workers and supervisory staff regarding guidelines, policies and procedures Attending appropriate training and cross-training sessions Participating in staff meetings. Composing routine and non-routine correspondence. Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications: Experience Requirement: One year of experience 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. Ability to use a keyboard, no minimum speed. Internal applicants: Open to Judiciary employees who have an aggregate of one year of permanent service as of the announced closing date in the following career (classified) titles: Advancement Judiciary Clerk 2 Judiciary Clerk 2 Bilingual Judiciary Account Clerk 1 Judiciary Account Clerk 1 Bilingual Lateral Reassignment Judiciary Account Clerk 2 Judiciary Account Clerk 2 Bilingual Judiciary Clerk 3 Judiciary Clerk 3 Bilingual Supplemental Information 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 essential duties of the position. Driver's 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. 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: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.

Benefits: New Jersey Courts offers an exciting and rewarding public service career with incredible employee benefits for full-time employees only and their eligible dependents such as:

State Health Benefits: Program including options for medical, dental and prescription coverage Public Employee's Retirement System pension program Federal Student Loan Forgiveness for employees with 10 years or more of service Generous leave program which includes vacation, personal and sick leave and 13 annual paid holidays Voluntary investment programs separate from and in addition to the pension plan through the Deferred Compensation Plan and the Supplemental Annuity Trust of New Jersey (SACT) Comprehensive training offerings including Linked In Learning. Tax Savings Programs including the Premium Option Plan, Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and Commuter Tax Save NJBest 529 College Savings Plan Member Term Life Coverage including basic and optional plans