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$36,270.00/Annually
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
This is a clerical position that performs various office support functions.
This Clerical Specialist I position is responsible for the initial intake and management of original court documents.
The PFA Clerk works in cooperation with Bail Administration staff to initiate the filing of Protection From Abuse Petitions.
The clerk enters these petitions and all subsequent filings into the computer system.
They will also docket Orders from the Court and mail to parties/attorneys.
The job involves scanning and docketing all filings to preserve the official record for the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas.
In addition, the clerk will update the statewide PFAD system for law enforcement updates.
Files are maintained both digitally and in paper format.
There will be significant customer service at the counter, on the phone and via email with attorneys and pro se litigants.
Position also requires regular interaction with judicial staff and includes attending weekly hearings in court.
Court hearings involve assisting the Judge in the administration of PFA hearings, taking notes, preparing sentencing sheets, etc.
A professional and helpful demeanor is required.
Applicants must be service-oriented with high attention to detail.
The PFA Clerk works in a team environment with other PFA team members.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to (Chief) Deputy Prothonotary
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Receiving, reviewing, conforming, verifying and/or entering documents into database
General Docketing
Scanning
Filing
File Preparation
Phone/Mail Assistance
May involve processing of fees
OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES
Other assigned tasks as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or Equivalent
One year of office experience that includes computer data entry
Any combination of equivalent education, training, and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Competency in the operation of basic office equipment: computer, copier, etc.
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to type/keyboard proficiently
Ability to locate files within an organized filing system
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public in person and on the phone
Work cooperatively with co-workers
Work cooperatively with other courthouse personnel
Ability to analyze situations accurately and pursue an effective course of action
Ability to review documents, locate and analyze data, enter appropriate information accurately into the computer
Ability to review correspondence and pleadings, analyze dispositions, perform simple math calculations, process requests and documents
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to transport dockets and indices weighing up to 25 lbs. to various locations in the courthouse
Retrieve and accurately re-file documents in file folders on shelves ranging from I foot to 6 feet in height
Ability to handle stressful situations tactfully and effectively
Ability to sit for an extended period of time.
The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our benefits here.
Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office