Clerical Specialist

Clerical Position

Starting Compensation: $18.60/Hourly

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Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

• This is a clerical position that performs various office support functions.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to Deputy Prothonotary

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Back Office Support
• Archiving - Preparation of Files

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One year of office experience that includes computer data entry
• Any combination of equivalent education, training, and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Competency in the operation of basic office equipment: computer, copier, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to type/keyboard proficiently
• Ability to locate files within an organized filing system
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public in person and on the phone
• Work cooperatively with co-workers
• Work cooperatively with other courthouse personnel
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and pursue an effective course of action
• Ability to review documents, locate and analyze data, enter appropriate information accurately into the computer
• Ability to review correspondence and pleadings, analyze dispositions, perform simple math calculations, process requests and documents

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to transport dockets and indices weighing up to 25 lbs. to various locations in the courthouse
• Retrieve and accurately re-file documents in file folders on shelves ranging from I foot to 6 feet in height
• Ability to handle stressful situations tactfully and effectively
• Ability to sit for an extended period of time.

The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.