Great entry-level opportunity!

The Court Clerk performs clerical work to ensure proper documentation, maintenance, and archiving of court records supporting the operational services of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania's Prothonotary's Office. The position involves accurate filing of legal records, timely data entry, and accurate relaying of case status and procedural information. The candidate should demonstrate flexible and efficient time management skills and the ability to prioritize workloads.

Primary Duties

Reviews legal filings for compliance with the Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure

Enters information from filings into the electronic case management system (PACMS) while reviewing documents for compliance with the Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure.

Issues appropriate correspondence to parties regarding procedural inquiries and deficient filings.

Prepares documents for internal processing and transmittal to judicial chambers.

Responds to in-person and telephone inquiries regarding procedures and case status and court action.

Performs general office administrative duties, including verifying docket entries, processing fees collection, copying, scanning, and emailing.

Assists with disposition of case records in accordance with records retention policy.

Performs other clerical work, as required.

Job Highlights

35 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Excellent Judiciary benefits program including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.

13 paid holidays and accrued paid time off.

Parking provided, salary increases, student loan forgiveness plan, employee assistance programs, and Judiciary retirement plans.

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Court Clerk - Supreme Court of Pennsylvania