Family Court Representative I – Family Court

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This is specialized clerical work preparing court lists, obtaining the necessary case information for court proceedings, hearing officers’ hearings, and non-record conferences; recording additional supportive data pertaining to family histories and case dispositions directly onto the court orders, through the computer systems applicable to the matters. The individual selected for this position may be assigned to either the Juvenile Branch or Domestic Relations Branch of Family Court, and may be reassigned to either Branch, as business needs might require. Work is performed under the supervision of a clerical or administrative supervisor and assignments are carried out in accordance with standard Family Court Division practices and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) to two (2) years of legal clerical experience.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of a position in this class.
• Must work in person (not remote).

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent combinations of training and experience which provide the characteristics required to perform the essential functions of the class may substitute for those listed.
• Successful completion of a panel review and interview process.
• Satisfactory clearance of a criminal background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes computerized court lists.
• Answers questions the judge may have regarding the case.
• Provides court lists, applicable case records and correspondence to the presiding Judges or Masters.
• During court hearings, prepares and distributes outcome orders in real time for the Judge’s signature which includes all pertinent requirements ordered by the court; processing outcome orders efficiently and in real time is critical to success in this position.
• Schedules hearings, conferences, appointments, and other matters.
• Distributes court lists to other court offices and units, and other appropriate entities.
• Dockets custom orders and additional supportive and demographic data pertaining to family histories on the court list and during hearings.
• Records dispositions when necessary.
• Distributes court orders to applicable individuals, counsel, partner agencies, and other individuals and entities charged with implementing such court orders.
• Updates and maintains computerized court calendar.
• Performs typing in court room as required and data entry for preparation of court lists and related paperwork when not at court hearing.

Benefits

• Unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Generous retirement savings options.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships (10% to 40% savings on educational expenses, extending to spouse and dependents in some cases).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED