Court Clerk I: Docket & Hearing Scheduler

County of Chester; Honey Brook (Chester County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Chester is seeking a District Justice Clerk I to provide clerical support for court documents, hearings, and related procedures. You will docket traffic, civil and criminal complaints, schedule hearings, and assist the District Justice in court procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include collecting and depositing payments, handling mail and warrants, and creating reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months of related experience or training.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with the public.
• Strong typing and data processing skills.
• Good time management and organizational abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle money.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Docket traffic, non-traffic, civil and criminal complaints.
• Schedule hearings and record depositions.
• Collect, record, balance and deposit payments.
• Mail out citations through certified mail.
• Prepare, issue or recall warrants and serve to constables.
• Process and distribute daily mail.
• Create reports or lists as required.
• Perform clerical tasks (typing, faxing, copying).
• Provide customer service at the counter.
• Maintain file system and order supplies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Customer service

Typing accuracy

Data entry

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Money handling

Organizational skills

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Internet usage

Job description

The County of Chester is seeking a District Justice Clerk I to provide clerical support for court documents, hearings, and related procedures. You will docket traffic, civil and criminal complaints, schedule hearings, and assist the District Justice in court procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include collecting and depositing payments, handling mail and warrants, and creating reports.