Overview
PARALEGAL – IMMIGRATION Jobs in Cleveland, OH at Woven Legal
Beaver County, Pennsylvania
CLASS DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Legal Clerk II
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER: 460006*
DEPARTMENT (S): Clerk of Courts
There is currently one (1) full-time S7 Grade 4 Step 1 Legal Clerk II position open in the Clerk of
Courts Department. Hourly rate of pay is $13.55 at 35 hours per week.
The discretion of the Beaver County Board of Commissioners will determine when the position will
be filled.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to provide non-routine administrative support for
various legal functions at the County. Employees in this classification perform mid-level clerical work.
Position is responsible for attending court proceedings, issuing oaths and certifying documents. Performs
related work as directed. The Legal Clerk II is differentiated from the entry-level by increased discretion in the
review, classification, categorizing, prioritizing, and/or analysis of data and/or information and greater skill
and composure in interpersonal communication and customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within
this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential
function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical
assignment to the position.
Attends court proceedings to administer oaths to jury panel, witnesses and/or defendants.
Process paperwork resulting from hearings and other legal documents as requested by the Judge.
Processes citations, civil complaints, landlord and tenant complaints, and according to AOPC
(Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts) procedure, Pennsylvania Criminal and Civil Rules
of Procedure, County policies and related statutes from initial entry to disposition. Enters
information into computerized docket system and proofreads and corrects entries. Arranges and
changes payment schedules. Sends out summons and/or complaints. Files legal paperwork in
accordance with established records management procedures. Processes license suspensions.
Records continuance of hearing. Records final disposition of citation or complaint.
Greets the public, clients, outside agencies and other county staff as necessary. Receives and
screens incoming telephone calls. Routes calls and/or takes messages as necessary. Answers
questions from staff, outside agencies, the public or other individuals and provides information
pertaining to specific cases. Assists local agencies, businesses, schools and the general public
with procedure questions when filing complaints. Receives incoming legal paperwork from
attorneys, law enforcement, and/or the general public. Places date and timestamp on document
and ensures paperwork is completed with necessary information. Maintains effective
communication with other departments.
Accepts payment for filing fees, fines and/or court costs. Creates record of payment and issues
receipt. Balances cash drawer with transaction records and prepares deposit.
Composes, types and/or prepares correspondence, letters, memoranda and documents for assigned
department. Creates spreadsheets, forms and other documents. Prepares faxes, and/or files for
departmental use and future reference. Sorts and process incoming and outgoing mail.
Attends meetings, seminars, workshops and other training classes as necessary to keep apprised
of changes in legislation and/or current industry trends.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Legal Clerk II
While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose
of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
Performs related duties as directed.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by up to 2 years previous experience and/or training;
or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or
information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such
analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and
relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or
control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data
and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division;
ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may require ability to utilize principles of fractions and/or
interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic
form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning
choices of action.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in
situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties, which are often characterized by frequent
change.
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which
may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight. Tasks
may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral
communication ability.
Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental
conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes,
machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence,
disease, or pathogenic substances.
Beaver County, Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, Beaver County, Pennsylvania will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations
with the employer.
Title: PARALEGAL – IMMIGRATION
Company: Woven Legal
Location: Cleveland, OH
