Support Staff IV - District Attorney - Military veterans preferred

Salary: $19.36 HourlyLocation : Justice Center - West Chester, PAJob Type: Full Time, Non ExemptJob Number: 02700Department: District AttorneyDivision: District AttorneyOpening Date: 03/05/2024Closing Date: ContinuousWeekly Hours: 35Shift: 8:30am-4:30pmSummary The SSS IV provides intermediate-level administrative support and clerical duties. Specifically, as the Preliminary Hearing Clerk responsibilities include preparing preliminary hearing case files, preparing hearing lists, archiving preliminary hearing recordings, collecting necessary paperwork from all District Courts, requesting medical records from treatment facilities, and tracking all private criminal complaints. This position also provides reception coverage when necessary.The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and must be computer proficient. Law office experience or a paralegal background is a plus. A criminal background check will be performed.Following is a composite of essential duties, tasks and accountabilities; however, there are additional duties specific to each department. Essential Duties Essential duties, tasks and accountabilities will vary by department and may include the following:Receptionist/customer service duties (answer phones, make outgoing calls, direct calls, greet visitors).Typing and data entry (prepare and distribute lists, transcription, maintain statistical data, proofreading).Clerical duties (fax, copy, print, etc.).Maintain databases, logs and spreadsheets.Sort and distribute incoming mail.Maintain and order supplies.Filing and indexing (locate and pull files, re-file, update and maintain records).Perform special projects as assigned (e.g., research, training, run errands, etc.).Perform other duties, tasks and office functions, as required (e.g., attend meetings, facilitate meetings, etc.). Qualifications/Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).Minimum of one year of general office experience.Intermediate skills in using a personal computer and various software packagesExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong typing skills (minimum of 50 wpm).Ability to use office machines (fax, copier, calculator, etc.).Strong interpersonal skills.Strong grammar and spelling skills.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to work as part of a team.Ability to interface effectively with all levels of county management.Preferred Skills:Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with courses in Office Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Excellent ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.Customer service experience.Ability to establish priorities and carry tasks to completion.Strong ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.Ability to multi-task.Accurate and detail oriented.Ability to follow office protocol.Strong knowledge of county policies and procedures.Ability to use common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions. Additional Information Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy. Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:Intermediate Microsoft Office skillsIntermediate Word skillsIntermediate Excel skillsIntermediate Access skillsIntermediate PowerPoint skillsIntermediate Outlook skills (Email and Calendar)Intermediate Internet skills (for research purposes)PeopleSoft Financial and/or HR skills or the ability to learn PeopleSoftThe County of Chester offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. 01 What is your highest level of education? No formal Education High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate or higher (includes Juris Doctorate and Medical Doctorate) 02 How many years of general office experience do you have? (general office skills involve: typing, filing, organizational and computer skills) None less than 1 1+ 2+ 3+ 4+ 5+ 6+ 7+ 8+ 9+ Required Question