Senior Civil Clerk

County of Bucks; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Bucks in Doylestown seeks a Senior Civil Clerk to perform routine clerical tasks, manage filing of original civil cases, and assist attorneys and the public at the counter. The role requires knowledge of civil documents, local rules, and basic computer skills.

Training will be provided; prior experience with passports and office equipment is a plus. This full-time, non-exempt position offers front-line service in the Prothonotary office and requires the ability to work accurately under

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good computer skills required.
• Knowledge of civil documents and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process filing of all original civil cases.
• Assist attorneys and the public at the counter with questions regarding office procedures.
• Process mail and telephone inquiries, and other related office duties.
• Operate standard office equipment as needed.
• Coordinate work through interpretation of legal documents.

Skills

Typing speed

Computer skills

Public interaction

Legal documents knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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• DEPARTMENT:** Prothonotary **UNION:** 05
• FLSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt **GRADE:** 5
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• POSITION SUMMARY**:

COUNTY OF BUCKS

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• JOB TITLE:** Senior Civil Clerk **JOB CODE:** 0264
• DEPARTMENT:** Prothonotary **UNION:** 05
• FLSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt **GRADE:** 5
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• POSITION SUMMARY**:

After proper instructions, performs routine clerical tasks operation a computer. Typing usage may vary; however, both typing and computer usage require previous training. Work may include the receiving and handling of money and the operation of standard office equipment for which no previous training is required.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
• Process filing of all original civil cases.
• Possess prior knowledge of civil documents and civil laws as well as local rules
• Assists attorneys and general public at the counter with questions regarding office procedures
• Process mail received daily in office, answers telephone and other related miscellaneous office duties.
• Process passport applications
• Process normal routine technical requirements of the office
• Operates office equipment as required.
• Coordinates work in the office through legal interpretation of documents.
• Inputs into preparation of new forms as new legislation is introduced and passed.
• Performs related duties as directed.
• Must be able to work effectively with the public.
• May be required to perform additional work that follows prescribed or well-established procedures that can be learned within a reasonable time with on-the-job training. More detailed instructions will be given to employees at the beginning of work.

Qualifications Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess good computer skills.
• Previous knowledge of legal documents and their procedures.