Potter County Prothonotary Office

Potter County Prothonotary Office - FT Secretary Coudersport, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22545364 Summary Coudersport, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 1 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 35.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description The full-time Secretary/Clerk II in the Prothonotary & Clerk of Courts office is responsible for the routing, recording and data entry of information pertaining to Civil Court proceedings.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A

Secretary/ Clerk II must be reliable, have organizational and data entry skills, and be fully able to fulfill responsibilities that ensure professional and efficient operations of the Prothonotary & Clerk of Courts office.

THE PRIMARY DUTIES OF THIS POSITION ARE TO PERFORM AND/OR ASSIST IN THE FOLLOWING

Maintain, docket and file both computer and paper records pertaining to Civil proceedings and the various subsections of each division Process and receipt money pertaining to said proceedings Process passport and marriage license applications.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED, TO PERFORM AND/OR ASSIST IN THE FOLLOWING

Answer telephone in a friendly and courteous manner; Have interactions with the public and court-related officials through face-to-face contact, telephone, and other means of communication in a friendly and courteous manner; Report unusual conditions or questionable matters to Supervisor; Obey all safety rules and regulations; Keep work area clean and orderly; Other responsibilities and/or duties as assigned or requested by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Experience with the Pennsylvania court system, legal procedures and divorce actions preferred; Able to maintain strict confidence; Ability to perform effectively a wide variety of clerical functions and in dealing with the public; Ability to operate in a responsible manner when in the possession of confidential information. Must be able to keep track of details and multi-task; Ability to work independently within standard operating procedures and legal requirements; 1.2025 Potter County

JOB DESCRIPTION

Non-Union Ability to adapt to changes in daily office routine and willing to learn all phases of the operation of the office; General knowledge of computer and other various office equipment.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

High School diploma or equivalency with experience in clerical work or business school training preferred; Knowledge of or experience with the court system and Pennsylvania legal procedures helpful; Knowledge of the InfoCon computer system is a plus; Computer literacy and keyboarding abilities; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Effective time management, organizational and problem solving skills; Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills; Willingness to attend trainings related to job position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift light storage boxes (20 lbs.); Ability to work under and meet deadlines; Ability to sit for extended periods of time; Ability to frequently stand and walk; Normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; Corrected hearing and vision to normal range; Verbal communication.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Must satisfactorily pass criminal record check and be bonded to the office holder.

HOURS:

Full-time employment of 35 hours a week, normally from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour unpaid lunch hour. Additional Details

Driver's License:

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