Civil Court Clerk & Docketing Specialist

County of York; York (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

County of York seeks a Court Clerk to efficiently process civil litigation in the York County Prothonotary’s Office. The role requires familiarity with CountySuite, docketing, filing, and accurate record keeping, with strong customer service to litigants and attorneys.

Essential duties include processing cases, attending hearings, handling court documents, and coordinating with court staff while maintaining confidential information and strong accounting records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Adobe and Outlook.
• Ability to interact with the public and coworkers professionally.
• Familiarity with office equipment (PCs, printers, scanners, multi-line phones).
• Ability to manage time effectively and exercise mature judgment.

Responsibilities

• Accept, image, docket, process and file civil litigation in York County Prothonotary’s Office.
• Familiarity with CountySuite and court procedures.
• Attend and document court hearings and administer oaths as required.
• Serve as liaison between judges, attorneys and participants in court.
• Prepare and audit records, issue subpoenas and file court orders.
• Maintain accurate accounting records of fees, fines, and payments.
• Provide prompt, courteous customer service at filing counter and on the phone.
• Correspond with Sheriff’s Office and other court offices as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Professional communication

Mature judgment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Outlook

Job description

County of York seeks a Court Clerk to efficiently process civil litigation in the York County Prothonotary’s Office. The role requires familiarity with CountySuite, docketing, filing, and accurate record keeping, with strong customer service to litigants and attorneys.

Essential duties include processing cases, attending hearings, handling court documents, and coordinating with court staff while maintaining confidential information and strong accounting records.