Administrative Clerk

Job Description

Position:
Administrative Clerk

Department

Domestic Relations

Location

Erie County Courthouse

Status

Full Time

Starting Pay Rate

$13.58 Hourly

Hours Per Week

37.5

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Posting Date

01/22/2026

Closing Date

02/06/2026

Pay Grade

NB05

Bargaining Unit

NON-BARGAINING

Posting Number

5616

Posting Notice:
Erie County offers a generous fringe benefit package including: low cost medical, dental, and vision; fourteen paid holidays; up to eleven combined personal and vacation days in the first year of employment.

Definition of Class

* Under general supervision, performs varied work on (PACSES) Pennsylvania Child Support Enforcement System. Performs related clerical duties and data entry as required including typing and processing documents for completion of governmental forms. These employees are usually given more complex responsibilities and are expected to perform at a higher level than entry level. Performs other related work duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

* Develop a working knowledge of PACSES in all areas of Domestic Relations. Performs related duties as required, including the data entry and processing of documents in completing court related forms. Maintains control over incoming and outgoing correspondence relating to specialized departments. Collects data for statistical reports. Consolidates, classifies and checks important material for completeness including but not limited to courts orders, legal documents and preparation of materials for presentation in court.

Processes records and maintains files and office records.

* The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Good knowledge of modern clerical methods and in the care and operation of computer terminals. Ability to keep moderately complex records. Ability to accurately enter data on the office computer system, including docket entries, notation and scanning documents. Ability to understand court rules of procedure, court orders, legal documents and statutory requirements. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Good communication skills. Must be able to efficiently handle customer questions.

Ability to deal effectively with the public, court personnel, attorneys and other governmental agencies in face to face and telephone contact. Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy and tact while dealing with clients, giving and obtaining information, and in making proper disposition of problems. Capability to work independently. Able to prioritize duties assigned on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.

Minimum Requirements

* High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

* Course work in keyboarding and computer business software.

Conditions Of Employment