Administrative Specialist – Civil Division

About the Department

This position works within the Civil Division of the Luzerne County Office of Court Administration.  Work is performed exercising sound judgment and discretion under the supervision of Office of Court Administration.

Position Duties

Assists self-represented individuals during civil court motions hours and throughout the day.

Provides customer service assistance to individuals and directs inquiries to the appropriate location within the court system.

Schedules miscellaneous court matters and motor vehicle appeal matters.

Responsible for preparing miscellaneous court and motor vehicle court lists on a monthly basis for the assigned civil judge.

Monitors the civilmotions@luzernecounty.org email address to process motions in accordance with the rules and local procedures.

Prepares the stale case list, prepares orders, and files all scheduling orders.

Assists with civil case assignments including the assignment letters and filings.

Schedules attorneys to serve on arbitration panels in coordination with the arbitration coordinator.

Works collaboratively with judges and their staff on a daily basis.

Covers judges’ chambers and assists in court when needed.

Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

Excellent communications skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

Other Qualifications

High School Diploma and at least three (3) years of experience with administrative and/or data entry.

Satisfactory criminal background check and drug and alcohol test required.