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OVERALL OBJECTIVE:
To assist the Judge and the Court by announcing the Judge and calling the Court to order; assists Judges by performing necessary errands.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives frequent instruction and some supervision from Judge in regard to daily work duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB
Announces the entrance of the Judge to the courtroom.
Opens Court and calls court to order; closes Court at end of session.
Announces recesses and adjournments.
Performs errands for the Judges and Court Administrator as needed.
Assists patrons in the courtroom to the witness stand.
Distributes necessary court paperwork to proper individuals within the courtroom.
Prepares the courtroom by tending to needed items, i.e., water pitchers, chalk, cleaning blackboard, TV connections and light fixtures as needed.
OTHER DUTIES OF JOB
Keeps updated on current working procedures and protocols within the court systems.
Performs other job-related duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works indoors in adequate workspace, lighting, temperatures and ventilation.
2. Work with average indoor exposure to noise, disruptions and stress. Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.
3. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CONDITIONS
1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
2. Must be able to stand, sit and walk for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of twisting, bending, reaching, carrying as necessary to carry out work duties.
3. Dexterity requirements are simple movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso necessary to carry out job duties.
COURT CRIER
Position Description Non-Exempt
4. Sedentary work with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of ten pounds.
5. Must be able to move frequently throughout the work day.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions.
2. Must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Must possess ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers and others.
4. Must possess the ability to learn within a reasonable period of time the purpose, function and scope of the court to perform required duties accordingly.
5. Must possess the ability to learn the operations and procedures of the courts.
6. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial authorities, lawyers, associates and the general public.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education/Training
High School diploma or equivalent.
B. Work Experience
No experience required; however, experience working within the court system helpful.
C. Additional Requirements
Must not appear on Preclusion Lists as defined by “Pennsylvania’s Medical Assistance Bulletin 99-11-05 Provider Screening of Employees and Contractors for Exclusion from Participating in Federal Healthcare Programs.”
· Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening.
HOW TO APPLY
All interested individuals should contact Human Resources at 814-432-9556 or 814-432-9549. An official Venango County bid application is required.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 01, 2023
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
VENANGO COUNTY IS A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE
APPLICANTS WHO REQUIRE SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS DUE TO A DISABILITY SHOULD CONTACT 432-9556 FOR ASSISTANCE.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.14 – $15.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
- Overtime
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: One location