This position within the Superior Court Western District Prothonotary’s Office involves processing legal filings, issuing appeal-related notifications, court orders and opinions, and maintaining trial court certified records.
Typical Duties
- Oversee the case processing of an appeal from the docketing of the Notice of Appeal through final disposition.
- Review legal filings for compliance with the Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure and collect the appropriate filing fee.
- Docket legal filings in the case management system and forward them to the appropriate court office or judicial chambers for action.
- Issue appeal-related notifications, court orders and opinions to the parties in the appeal.
- Respond to inquiries from litigants either over the phone or in person and inquiries from Superior Court judicial chambers or offices.
- Filing, assist with incoming and outgoing mail, and other clerical work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; and
- Three years of clerical experience, preferably within a legal setting;
- An equivalent combination of education and experience, and/or training may be considered.
- Satisfactory criminal background check required.
Salary information
Job Highlights
- Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
- 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year.
- Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
- Telework may be available up to 2 days per week after training.
Additional Qualifications/Preferences
- Thorough knowledge of court procedures and practices, legal documents and terminology.
- Enhanced level of professionalism in assisting callers, interacting with litigants and judicial personnel.
- Enhanced attention to detail within a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
- Experience with a computerized case management or docketing system.
- Strong knowledge of, and experience using, the latest version of Microsoft Office.
- Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Starting Salary Range:
$39,649-$49,718
How to Apply:
- Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please submit a resume, cover letter and a list of references.
- Commencement Date: February 2026
Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.