GENERAL DEFINITION:

　　This is administrative work involving the Civil Courts. A position in this class independently prepares, carries out and takes definitive action regarding processes and functions that are an integral part of Court operations. A position in this class reports directly to a higher-level Court operations position.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Examines filings, legal documents, and other records presented by the public and/or legal staff to ensure compliance with Rules of Civil Procedure encompassing the mandated legal filing requirementsAssists the public and/or legal staff with electronic filing of legal documentsAccepts, processes, and dockets legal documentsProcesses passport applications in conformance with the U.S. Department of State guidelinesAnalyzes, provides recommendations, and implements improvements in electronic filing procedures for legal documentsCorresponds with the public and/or legal staff regarding acceptance or rejection of filings, legal documents, and other recordsCommunicates with legal staff within the Lehigh County Courthouse regarding filings, legal documents, and other recordsAccepts, receipts, and processes payments for matters filed with the Civil DivisionPerforms related work as requiredSchedule:

　　TBD

　　Bargaining Unit:

　　NO

　　Crime Check:

　　YES

　　Experience:

　　High School Diploma or GED with some college courses in business, public administration or a closely related field.2 years administrative experience in a legal, governmental or judicial organization.Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above.Education:

　　G.E.D. or High School Diploma

　　Comments:

　　Employee must provide own transportation.

　　Interested applicants must submit a completed County application , resume and cover letter for consideration. Applicants can check the status of this posting via the County's Job Posting Status web page to learn if the position is open, pending, or has been closed. The appointing Authority will directly contact those applicants they are interested in potential candidates for this position.