Overview
Civil Process Server Jobs in Kingston, NY at Rondout Legal Services
Job Title
Constable
Division/Department
Civil
Closing Date
February 14, 2025
Location
100 East Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, MD 21286
Salary
$ 59,158
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Financial Disclosure
Yes
At Will
No
Position Type
FT
The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.
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Essential Job Functions:
The District Court Constable is an official representative of the court. This position is responsible for posting rents/warrants on each property address where a case is filed. Signs off on all rents and warrants filed. Schedules and preforms evictions for properties in the area. Serves writ of summons cases for Baltimore County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive rents and warrants (e-file) and manual cases. Sign off on all rents and warrants once posted and/or evicted/canceled.
Travel to properties and post rents on the front door.
Set eviction dates and times with landlords. Answer calls and questions.
Travel to property to initiate eviction.
Serve writ of summons on all types of civil and landlord/tenant cases.
Maintain all rents and warrants in an organized manner and return to clerks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
Experience:
At least one (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations, or in the fields of criminal justice, Parole and Probation, legal or financial services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment
Knowledge of alpha and numerical filing system
Knowledge of basic legal terminology and able to communicate effectively using such with court personnel and ancillary agencies.
Knowledge of standard legal forms and documents used in the Maryland District Courts.
Skill in remaining calm and professional in stressful and/or volatile situations.
Skill in organization and prioritizing daily duties.
Ability to operate a personal computer.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and provide information in a polite and efficient manner both in person and on the phone.
Ability to maintain and use a detailed filing system.
Ability to verify scanned documents from other co-workers.
Ability to exercise tact and understanding in pressured situations.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Physical Requirements:
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Equipment, Machinery and Tools:
Personal computer, scanner, xerox machine, mail machine, envelope stuffer, and telephone. These tools are used to process the daily filings submitted to the court and to communicate with the general public, attorneys and other agency representatives.
Software and Computer Skills:
Microsoft Suites, Odyssey, personal computer knowledge
Selection Process:
Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, “see resume” will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [email protected] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Please find the Maryland Judiciary’s equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.
Title: Civil Process Server
Company: Rondout Legal Services
Location: Kingston, NY
