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.