Starting Compensation:
$36,270.00/Annually
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File court documents and files accurately, review and verify information for accuracy.
Accurately perform data entry and perform general office duties.
This job will require you to attend court proceedings and take official notice of court proceedings or outcomes.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports directly to Deputy Clerk of Courts.
There are no direct reports to this position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Processing, recording and entering information related to criminal files and court proceedings into CPCMS – 50%
Assisting the public & various county staff with department-related and record keeping inquiries – 10%
Attend courtroom proceedings and record dispositions – 25%
Perform any clerical duties applicable to the office – 15%
OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES
Will assist in other areas as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years clerical experience
Must be computer literate
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Competency in the operation of basic office equipment: computer, fax, copier, etc.
Ability to type 40 words per minute
Excellent organizational skills
Good communication skills
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES
Must be able to pass pre-employment criminal background check
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Ability to retrieve and accurately re-file documents in file folders on shelves and be able to pull file folders from shelves and return file folders to shelves that are ranging from 1 foot to 6 feet in height
Must be able to lift 20 lbs
Ability to pull or push carts containing multiple files
Ability to stand on step stool when necessary to file
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.

Lancaster County is located in South Central Pennsylvania along the Susquehanna River, approximately 70 miles west of Philadelphia. It is an area of just 984 square miles, houses a population of over 500,000 residents, and approximately 50,000 of them are under the age of 18. It is home to a diverse population with agricultural roots, a large Amish community, 60 municipalities, a third class city, and a strong sense of history.