Description

The Administrative Assistant position with the Protection of Abuse office provides administrative support to the 11th Judicial District for the adjudication of proceedings filed under the Protection from Abuse Act (PFA).  The position involves both in and out of court activities.  The position requires interaction with the public for providing information, assistance in document completion, filing of documents, computer data entry and attendance at court proceedings to facilitate case resolution.  The Administrative Assistant will work closely with the Judges of The Court of Common Pleas of Luzerne County.  Training and skill development shall be provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to individuals filing a PFA
• Data entry for PFA related cases 
• Completion of PFA Court documents
• Filing of documents 
• Provide assistannce in and out of courtroom to the PFA Judge. 
• Administrative record keeping. 
• Any and all duties assigned as determined by Court Administration

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent communications skills, ability to work independently, strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
Highly motivated and able to work in a high pressure and fast-paced environment with the ability to adjust accordingly.
Effectively multi-task using computer systems.  Receive, comprehend and accurately respond to verbal information and directions. 
Satisfactory criminal background check required and drug and alcohol test.  Participate in and satisfactorily complete extensive training in policy and procedure with multiple computer systems.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma and at least 3 years of experience with administrative clerical and/or data entry.
Associates degree preferred.