Overview
Senior Judicial Secretary Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA at Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:
Position:
Senior Judicial Secretary
Classification:
Confidential
Location:
5th Judicial District of PA
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Job Status:
Full-Time, Benefits Eligible
Salary:
$58,349 annually
SUMMARY:
This is a judicial secretary position that does work for senior judges. The secretary is responsible for transcribing and typing legal opinions and court orders, taking dictation and performing general secretarial and clerical duties. Assignments generally follow routine procedures, although specific directions may be given by the judge or law clerk. Work involves initiative and independent judgment and is carried out under supervision by the judge.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
§ Transcribes and types court orders, opinions, forms, memoranda and general correspondence
§ Files court orders, opinions and verdicts with the appropriate office
§ Ensures case files are organized, complete and updated
§ May take dictation from a judge
§ Maintains appointment and court calendars
§ Responds to inquiries from court personnel, attorneys and others concerning procedures, schedules and cases
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
§ High school diploma or equivalent
§ Must be able to maintain complete confidentiality
§ Knowledge of general clerical and office practice and procedures
§ Knowledge of word processing and general computer skills, such as accessing online databases
§ Transcription and, where applicable, dictation skills
§ Excellent telephone skills, ability to take accurate/complete messages and to respond in a professional, courteous manner
§ Ability to carry out moderately complex tasks with accuracy under some supervision
§ Ability to organize and complete work within established time frames
§ Ability to interact and communicate effectively with government and court officials, other agencies, attorneys, litigants, associates and the public
§ Must adhere to policies, including the Code of Conduct for Employees of the Unified Judicial System, established by the court
BENEFITS:
Standard health and fringe benefit plans available. This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications are submitted online. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below. If you have additional documents that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to:
Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Court Human Resources Office
350 Frick Building
437 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Fax: 412-350-5897
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Title: Senior Judicial Secretary
Company: Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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