Tipstaff Pool (Part-Time)

County of Blair; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; USD 15,627 - 22,256; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rated vacation benefits

Job summary

A County Government is looking for part-time tipstaff to assist within Court Administration in Hollidaysburg. The role involves confirming presence of litigants, opening court, and managing case files, among other responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong customer service skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. The position is limited to 999 hours annually with a starting wage of $13.75/hour, offering pro-rated vacation benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Work experience preferred with strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Confirm presence of all litigants and counsel for scheduled proceedings.
• Open court and swear in witnesses.
• Prepare paperwork and manage case files.
• Assist with jury selection and trials.
• Support Court Administration as necessary.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal relations

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Very flexible positions exist within Court Administration. We are seeking part-time hires as tipstaff who will have work assignments in the courtroom, in an office, or both.

Essential duties may include:

• confirming presence of all litigants and counsel for scheduled proceedings
• opening court
• swearing in witnesses
• preparing paperwork
• managing and preparing case files
• assisting with jury selection and jury trials
• assisting with copying and faxing as needed
• supporting Court Administration as necessary

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED. Some work experience preferred, strong customer service orientation; demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills; highly proficient interpersonal relations and communications skills; ability to work with all skills and backgrounds; and maturity to maintain confidential information.

This position is limited to 999 hours per anniversary year, start at $13.75/hour, and include pro-rated vacation benefits. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER