Prothonotary Clerk

To perform a variety of specialized clerical duties and responsibilities within the department.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Types letters, reports, memos, minutes, and other documents required by the department staff.
2. Greets and assists general public by providing information or instructions or by receiving payments or applications; records cash receipts as required.
3. Sorts, copies, and/or files correspondence and documents within the department.
4. Open, sorts, and distributes department mail.
5. Answers telephone calls and responds to general questions; directs other calls to proper individuals or takes messages.
6. Processes required department documents, forms and/or reports as required.
7. Updates information to computer databases.
8. Operates computer, typewriter, adding machine, or other office equipment as necessary.
9. Assists with other clerical duties in absence of department clerical staff or on an as needs basis.
10. Updates and maintains computer databases used within the department.
11. Assists in administration of special department functions.
12. Acts as lead worker for clerical positions in absence of supervisor.

Other Duties:

1. Attends meetings or training sessions as required.
2. Prepares billings and related reports as required.
3. Assists with bank deposits or other financial/accounting duties as directed.
4. Orders office supplies as required.
5. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Education/Training Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and computer training in basic/introductory Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel. Completion of at least one business course beyond high school level.

Work Experience: Two to three (2-3) years working experience in county government or social service field preferred.