Job Information
COUNTY OF BERKS Office Support III (District Judges) in READING, Pennsylvania
POSITION SUMMARY:
To perform secretarial and office administrative work for a Magisterial District Judge (MDJ), an assigned Sr. MDJ, or the Magisterial District Judges System (MDJS).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions
- Perform all or some case processing functions in criminal, civil, non-traffic summary and traffic cases.
- Perform some office accounting functions.
- Perform miscellaneous district court functions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma/GED.
- At least one course at or above high school level in each of the following: English grammar, general office practice, typing or keyboarding, bookkeeping or office accounting.
- One (1) year general clerical experience.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Possess excellent customer service skills.
- Possess ability to multi-task.
- Possess excellent organizational skills.
- Must perform tasks independently.
- Ability to handle stress.
- Physical presence in the office is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Must be able to work non-traditional office hours such as second or third shift hours.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The Berks County Central Arraignment Court is located on the first floor of the Berks County Courthouse. Staff ranges from 1-2 persons per shift.
This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.