Job Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth  - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion  - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits  - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The First Judicial District of Pennsylvania (“FJD”) is the Philadelphia County Court System and is composed of two courts: the Court of Common Pleas and the Municipal Court. The mission of the FJD is to adjudicate cases and provide services to the community within our jurisdiction while ensuring fair, timely, and accessible justice to the people of Philadelphia. The FJD is part of the Unified Judicial System reporting in to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

Job Description

Working hours are 40 hours per week. This is a full-time, in person position with the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania.

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Position Summary

The Legal Clerk is an entry level clerical position where the incumbent processes legal documents for purposes of docketing their receipt. It differs from the nonlegal clerical classes by the constant work with legal documents and the degree of consequence of error and accountability involving the abstraction of pertinent information from legal documents in summary form to a docket which may serve as a basis for possible legal activity by counsel and the judiciary. Work is performed according to clearly defined rules and procedures, under direct supervision, in a training mode.

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Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform data entry into the criminal case management system in a courtroom and/ or office atmosphere.
• Determine proper judicial assignment and schedule court listings accordingly.
• Communicate scheduled dates to attached parties, judiciary, and their staff.
• Respond to inquiries via email, in person, and over the phone. 
• Coordinate with other departments when needed to ensure proper case scheduling.
• Track and maintain statistics daily. 
• Accept, review and process filings and judicial court orders.
• Review documents for errors and serve as a quality control check.
• Perform search inquiries using various computer programs and applications to ascertain necessary information.
• Label and scan documents as necessary. `

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other duties as required. 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Standard office/courtroom conditions.

Direct contact with diverse court clientele.

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Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the English language and grammar usage.
• Ability to learn, understand and comply with applicable rules, regulations and procedures surrounding job duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate information both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, members of the judiciary, court and departmental administrators, and the public.
• Ability to work with teams as well as independently with little oversight.
• Basic knowledge and experience using Microsoft applications – Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn additional system applications as needed to perform tasks. 
• Strong organization and communication skills.

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Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent and one to two years of progressively responsible clerical experience processing legal documents.

OR

1. An equivalent combination of acceptable experience and training that provide the necessary characteristics required to perform the essential functions in this class.
2. Extensive knowledge and experience using computers and Windows applications; Outlook, Word, and Excel.
3. Successful completion of criminal background check.
4. After meeting minimum standards, successful completion of a panel review and interview process.
5. Ability to perform the essential functions of a position in this class.
6. Must work in person (not remote).

1. Full-time On-Site position.

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Additional Information

TO APPLY:   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $39,301 - $42,718

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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