Job Title
Land Records Clerk
Division/Department
Land Records
Closing Date
July 28, 2026
Location
Anne Arundel County Circuit Court
Annapolis, Maryland
Position Type
Regular Full time
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. Telework, up to 2 days per week, may also be available. Telework eligibility is based on job functions and the approval of the Administrative Head.
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Essential Job Functions:
The Land Records Clerk is responsible for recording and maintaining Land Records and Miscellaneous Liens for Anne Arundel County Circuit Court. The incumbent is responsible for collection of revenue associated with the recording of Land Records. Good customer service skills and attention to detail are essential skills for this position.
Provides customer service for courts by examining, recording, scanning/numbering, indexing, verifying, and copying to process legal and recordable documents in person, through the mail and electronically, especially related to Land Records and other court related documents to maintain permanent record for public use. Refers to Annotated Code and Attorney General Opinions to determine validity and taxability of various instruments presented for recording. Accurately calculates and collects appropriate fees and taxes and reconciles cash register daily. Processes and images other court related documents such as, Federal Tax Liens, Notice of Liens, OCA's, Judgments, etc. through MDEC ? Odyssey Suite. Assists customers by providing information about Land Records/Miscellaneous Liens or Clerk?s Office procedures both in person and by telephone.
Provides customer service for courts by assisting and directing customers with all court related inquiries both in person and by telephone in a fast paced, highly interactive environment. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
Experience: One (1) year of general clerical experience.
Note:
A Bachelor?s Degree may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge:
Judicial policies, procedures, and forms.
Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, etc.
Skill in:
Applying job-related terminology, codes, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws.
Communicating information effectively.
Analyzing records, reports, and other business and financial documents noting details and facts pertinent to this assignment.
Ability to:
Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, microfilm machine, register, scanner, fax machine, etc.
Operate special duplication equipment, typewriter, time/date document liber/folio, adding machine, numbering, and scanners.
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.
Interpret, apply, and follow a variety of written or verbal instructions.
Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite and efficient manner.
Work within time constraints, meet fixed deadlines, and demonstrate good organizational skills.
Learn instrument codes and instrument-specific indexing procedures.
Examine legal property documents.
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 ? Most Land Records/License and Miscellaneous Lien functions are performed on a PC. Scanners ? Image Land Records and Miscellaneous Lien instruments. Calculator ? compute tax and fee calculations. RCS Cash Register System ? daily intake and balance of cash, checks and credit card sales. Copier/Fax machine ? make various copies and correspondence. Multi-line telephone ? communication. Language-line Interpreter telephone ? used to translate. Motor vehicle ? transportation to meetings on behalf of Clerk?s Office
Software and Computer Skills:
MDEC ? Odyssey ? jPortal ? Miscellaneous Lien case initiation and imaging. Microsoft Office- 365 ? daily functions. Outlook-SharePoint ? Email and calendar system. Revenue Collection System (RCS) ? collection and validation of funds. Hecon ? Debit/Credit system for copies. SDAT ? information retrieval for land records and licenses. MUNIS ? Anne Arundel County database for information retrieval . Maryland Judiciary Case Search ? Miscellaneous lien search. ELROI/Optix ? land record imaging and indexing. MDLandRec.net -Papervision ? PLATO ? instrument retrieval system. JIS ? Mainframe ? data retrieval
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.
