NEW WAGE: Potter County Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts/Orphans Court Full-Time Deputy II Position

County Of Potter • Coudersport, PA

402d • $30,160 - $34,320

About The Position

The Deputy II in the Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts/Orphans Court office is responsible for assisting the Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts and the First Deputy in various administrative and clerical tasks. This role involves managing court documents, processing legal cases, and interacting with the public and court officials to ensure efficient office operations.

Requirements

• Experience with the Pennsylvania court system (AOPC-CPCMS) and legal procedures preferred.
• Experience with the Civil Division InfoCon computer system (including Orphans' Court, Adoption & Divorce filings).
• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Experience in clerical work or business school training preferred.
• Paralegal certificate if available.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to operate in a responsible manner when in possession of confidential information.
• Ability to perform effectively a wide variety of clerical functions and in dealing with the public.
• Ability to multi-task in various areas of the office.
• Ability to work independently within standard operating procedures and legal requirements.
• Ability to adapt to changes in daily office routine.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, docket and file computer generated and paper records pertaining to Civil, Criminal and Orphans Court proceedings.
• Process and receipt moneys pertaining to said proceedings including the acceptance of bail posting.
• Issue marriage licenses.
• Acknowledge documents and take oaths.
• Process passport applications and issue marriage licenses.
• Notarize documents and take oaths.
• Perform duties on the computer, paper, and when required in the Courtroom.
• Prepare monthly reports in the absence of the Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts.
• Supervise and delegate work to other employees.
• Work with the court staff and all attorneys in a courteous and friendly manner.
• 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.

Benefits

• Pay rate $14.50-$16.50 based on experience
• Benefits are based on Personnel Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED