General Position InformatIon:

This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week. The salary range is $35,515.00 to a top end of $50,798.00.  (Hourly rate is $19.51 – $27.91 per hr.)  Additional income is earned by processing court orders and transcripts.  Starting salary is dependent upon experience.  A degree or certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required. Applicant must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.  There is a comprehensive benefit package included.  An RPR status is preferred, but not required.  Mercer County pays for required continuing education as well as association memberships. A Steno writer, laptop, and Case CATalyst software are also provided by Mercer County.     

Overall Objectives

To stenographically record verbatim all court proceedings and transcribe a variety of hearings, as required by law; to prepare and process court orders, transcripts, and other related court proceedings with a high degree of speed and accuracy.  The position works with confidential and sensitive information, requiring discretion and strict confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must attend training, seminars, and conferences to maintain continuing education, as required.
• Must abide by the Code of Conduct of the Unified Judicial System.
• Must abide by the Rules Governing Court Reporting and Transcripts pursuant to Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration 4001 through 4016.
• Must abide by the Mercer County Local Rules regarding court reporters and transcripts, as applicable.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports to the President Judge, any Common Pleas Court judge to whom assigned, and to the District Court Administrator, and occasional and limited direction from the Lead Reporter. Receives limited instruction or supervision in carrying out routine day to day tasks.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

N/A 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those the employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. A Court Reporter works indoors on a regular basis, in an office with minimal environmental factors, with adequate workspace, in adequate temperatures, ventilation, and lighting; and normal exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress; and normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL CONDITIONS

• Must possess ability to record, convey, assemble, and present information; explain procedures; and follow instructions.

2.    Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching necessary to carry out job duties.

3.    Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers/hands to simple movements of feet/legs and torso necessary to carry out job duties.

4.    Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.

5.    Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on court proceedings, testimony, and other work for long periods of time.

6.         At normal risk for repetitive stress injuries consistent with a job of this type.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/TRAINING

High School diploma or equivalent and a Degree or Certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required.  Must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.

• WORK EXPERIENCE

Prior court reporting experience is a plus but is not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage.

• Basic knowledge of courtroom and legal proceedings.
• Must possess the knowledge of the form and content of legal documents.
• Basic knowledge of legal terminology and the functions of various court officials.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions.
• Ability to organize and maintain a record of exhibits for storage, retrieval, and/or disposal.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with co-workers and others.
• Must accurately type and file all court orders, bench warrants and bench warrant vacates, and other courtroom documents in a timely manner.

• Excellent time management skills.
• Must possess excellent proofreading skills to ensure accuracy.

• Must demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time throughout the work day.
• Must abide by and maintain a professional dress code.
• Must conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must occasionally work non-traditional hours and work at home on occasion to meet transcript deadlines.
• Must adapt to and use the equipment and software owned by the County and provided to the staff court reporters.

The above conditions reflect the general details necessary to describe the main functions of the position of court reporter and shall not be considered an exhaustive and exclusive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

How to Apply:

Please send the standard County Application (which can be found here: https://www.mercercountypa.gov/Employment/Applications/Employment.Application.2022.pdf), a letter of interest, resume, and three references to the following:

Bo D. McCleary

District Court Administrator

Mercer County Courthouse

South Diamond Street

Mercer, PA  16137

(724) 663-3800 ext. 2516

bmccleary@mercercountypa.gov

Deadline to Apply: Currently open Until Filled

Applications can be made by regular mail, e-mail, or hand delivered.

Description

Responsibilities

• Drives to property locations, getting in and out of vehicle. Physically walks around property and examines all buildings to determine required property characteristics on various residential properties.
• Verifies residential/agricultural property location by associating information from the applicable field document with the map.
• Measures and inspects exterior of residential/agricultural buildings. Inspects interior of buildings, if required.  Accurately records property characteristics, square footage, angles, sketches, and dimensions on appropriate field documents and/or mobile devices.
• Takes clear digital images of properties including specified parcel improvements if required.
• Gathers cost and sales information and records on appropriate field documents or devices, as required.
• Updates data on the physical condition of buildings.
• Maintains personal production records in alignment with productivity targets. Completes logs and control forms and required documentation as required.
• Communicates effectively with the public to share the purpose of our visit to their property, inquires about the interior of the property, addresses questions, etc. Professionally represents Tyler and the client to property owners and other members of the public handling field questions and complaints in a courteous manner and escalates to their supervisor as appropriate.
• May assist in the training of new Residential/Agricultural Data Collectors.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to Company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety Handbook. These include, but are not limited to, Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Business Ethics, and Anti-Harassment Policies.
• Performs other duties, as required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent work experience
• Real Estate and/or appraisal experience is preferred.
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills including attention to detail with the ability to capture and record accurate and comprehensive properties details.
• Ability to work independently or collaborate with team members.
• Possess spatial abilities necessary to read maps and locate a physical location on the map.
• Ability to visualize floor plan footprints based on three-dimensional buildings.
• Good math skills to calculate square footage, ratios, and similar functions.
• Must be able to travel to properties in assigned project area for the majority of the workday.
• Must provide reliable transportation and carry personal liability insurance on the vehicle driven to perform job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which the employee lives.
• Basic computer experience is preferred.
  
  
  

  To Apply please go to:

  Tyler Technologies Careers - Property Data Collector - Part Time (jobvite.com)
  
  

Description

The Property Data Collector inspects a variety of residential OR commercial/industrial properties to ensure that the property record reflects current and accurate property characteristics. Collects detailed and comprehensive property data and verifies accuracy of previously collected data. Identifies use of building and building special features. Records new and/or updated information on field documents and/or mobile field application devices. This position requires working primarily outdoors in all weather conditions. Job requires significant walking and driving to properties in a respective jurisdiction using a personal vehicle. The incumbent generally meets their manager at pre-selected field sites at the beginning and/or end of the day. In later project stages, the lister will typically report to or work from the local appraisal office and may assist with Desktop Review. Contributes to project success through the accurate collection of property data which as a direct impact on accurate property taxes and the overall success of an accurate and timely project completion. Inaccurate data collection results in project delays inaccurate values and late client deliverables. Works with appropriate tools and resources to ensure project success. Incumbents will complete data collection tasks with occasional guidance and direction.

Responsibilities

• Physically walks around property and examines all buildings to determine required property characteristics primarily on various residential or commercial/industrial properties. Drives to property locations, getting in and out of vehicle.  
• May spend a portion of time in the field and a portion of time in the office. Frequency depends on the phase of the Appraisal project. 
• Verifies property location by associating information from the applicable field document with the map.
• Measures buildings - involves performing mathematical calculations on buildings of various sizes including large square footage properties.  Identifies use of building and special features.  Inspect interior and exterior buildings.  Accurately records property characteristics, square footage, angles, sketches, and dimensions on appropriate field documents and/or mobile devices.
• Takes clear digital images of properties including specified parcel improvements if required.
• Gathers cost and sales information and records on appropriate field documents or devices, as required.
• Obtains income and expense information through verbal or written requests.
• Updates data on the physical condition and grade of buildings.
• Maintains personal production records in alignment with productivity targets.  Completes logs and control forms and required documentation as required.
• Communicate professionally and successfully with the public to share the purpose of our visit to their property and addresses questions. Professionally represents Tyler and the client to property owners and other members of the public handling field questions and complaints in a courteous manner and escalates to their supervisor as appropriate.
• Investigates the property which can include several buildings; asks various probing questions to capture accurate property data; involves researching multiple components and other related activities. 
• Analyze aerial images to detect changes between tax years and identify missing data.
• Conduct thorough parcel reviews, similar to field assessments.
• Use multiple monitors and different software systems to efficiently perform duties.
• Maintain high levels of productivity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure data is consistent and up to date
• May assist in the training of new Listers.
• May be required to be on site for hearings (assistance with or conduction of hearings).
• Regular attendance is required.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, including safety and ethical guidelines
• Performs other duties, as required.  
• An Appraisal Lister must be able to:
• Perform data collection in all weather conditions including inclement and extreme temperatures.
• Perform quality and quantity work as determined the project budget. 
• Communicate professionally, clearly, and appropriately with public stakeholders and Tyler team.
• Investigate the property, asking various questions to capture accurate property data involving researching multiple components and other related items. 
• Exhibit strong math skills calculating square footage, ratios, etc. on various size commercial/industrial properties involving several buildings at times.
• Maintain an approachable and courteous demeanor with property owners.
• Resolve issues of basic to moderate complexity utilizing knowledge of established guidelines, company policies, and in conformance with the project’s data collection manual.
• Work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Effectively utilize available resources. 

Qualifications

• High School graduate/GED or equivalent work experience
• Real Estate and/or appraisal experience is preferred.
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Solid problem-solving skills involving the ability to research and investigate data and effectively ask fact finding questions to draw sound/valid conclusions.
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail with the ability to capture and record accurate and comprehensive properties for various property types (residential, agricultural, commercial, and industrial)
• Ability to work independently or collaborate with team members.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Possess spatial abilities necessary to read maps and locate a physical location on the map.
• Ability to visualize floor plan footprints based on three-dimensional buildings.
• Strong math skills to calculate square footage, ratios, and similar functions involving the ability to do this for large properties with multiple buildings.
• Must be able to travel to properties in assigned project area for most of the workday.
• Must be able to perform data collection in all weather conditions including inclement and extreme temperatures
• Must provide reliable transportation and carry personal liability insurance on the vehicle driven to perform job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which the employee lives.
• Basic computer experience is required.

• To Apply please go to:

  Tyler Technologies Careers - Property Data Collector - Part Time (jobvite.com)
  
  

Department:             Mercer County Jail

Position Title:          Correctional Officer (Full-Time w/Full Benefit Package) Correctional Officer (Part Time – no Benefits)

Pay Classification: Full Time Info:

• JCO 00-01 ($19.25/hr. Entry Wage)
• Raise after 6 Months to $20.91 and at one year to $21.72.
• Shift Differentials in Addition to base rate

Part Time Info:

• JCO 00-00 ($17.33/hr entry wage)
• Raise after 520 hours worked to $19.25.
• Shift Differentials in Addition to base rate

Full Time Benefit Package Includes: Paid Vacation and Paid Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance (Single and Family level plans) and participation in the Mercer County Retirement System Pension Plan

Reports To: Warden and Deputy Warden(s)

Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 3/21/24

General Overview:

Correctional Officers will perform the direct supervision of inmates at the County Detention Facility according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State of Pennsylvania and Mercer County. Officers will enforce the facility rules and maintain facility security. Officers are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates at the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises inmates in the facility during all aspects of their incarceration such as housing, visitation, meals, medication distribution, searches, activities, work programs.
• Enforce the rules and regulations of the facility
• Must be able to act quickly, assess situations carefully, act in accordance with policy and procedure, and protect self and others (inmates and co-workers)
• Conducts periodic cell pod checks, performs searches of inmates, performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband
• Maintains discipline among inmates
• Responds appropriately to emergencies in the prison (which may include assaults, fires, riots, disturbances, natural disasters, medical emergencies and hostage situations)
• Maintains and updates Facility records (written, typing and basic computer skill required)
• Receives and books inmates (perform fingerprinting, photographs and searches)

Physical/ Age Requirements:

• Must be trained on and be able to perform weaponless self-defense and restraining techniques
• Must be trained on and be able to perform the operation and use of restraining devices
• Must be trained in and be able to perform initial first aid services to inmates as needed
• Regularly walk, stand or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to and over 100lbs.
• Use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of security
• Walk, stand, crouch or run on narrow, slippery inclining or erratically moving surfaces
• Stair climbing required (all cell pods are 2 levels)
• Sit and stand for sustained periods of time
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must pass a physical, drug and psychological evaluation post employment offer
• Must pass a criminal background check post offer of employment.

Other Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in criminal justice, social service or related field
• Ability to perform multiple activities and quickly identify inappropriate inmate conduct
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to communicate via radios
• Ability to work the rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) as require by a 24/7 operating facility
• Ability to train for 4 weeks or more at the Academy at the Department of Corrections.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• All other duties as assigned

Full on-Site Training Program: The Mercer County Jail is a state approved training center for Corrections Officers. All training will be provided on-site at the Mercer County Facility. No travel for training is required.

How to apply:

All interested applicants must print and complete the Standard County of Mercer Application for employment.

Please send the completed standard application, a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:

Mercer County HR Department

125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17

Mercer, PA 16137

Deadline to Apply: April 30, 2025

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

Department: Mercer County Sheriff

Position Title: PT Deputy Sheriff

Pay Classification:   SD00 (Entry $20.33/hr.)

Reports To:    Sheriff

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  4/4/2023

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

Assist the Sheriff in all duties performed by the department such as participation in Criminal Procedures, Civil Processing, and work for the Mercer County Courts.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum Education and/or Experience Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Act 120 certification/training or Deputy Sheriff Training Act 2 Waiver Training/Deputy Sheriff Academy or Deputy Sheriff Commission eligibility
• Ability to complete all Act 57 background checks
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to operate a motor vehicle safely in all weather conditions.
• Must be at least 21.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential issues. Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Must be able to work with professionalism with members of the public to maintain order.

• Must be trained on and be able to perform self-defense and restraining techniques.
• Must have the ability to physically defend self or other in a violent situation
• Must always carry and operate a firearm.  Must participate in weapons certification and training on a regular basis.
• Must be trained on and be able to perform the operation and use of restraining devices
• Must be trained in and be able to perform initial first aid services (including CPR) as needed
• Regularly walk, stand or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to and over 100lbs.
• Walk, stand, crouch, jump or run on narrow, slippery inclining or erratically moving surfaces
• Stair climbing required
• Sit, squat, and stand for sustained periods of time
• Knowledge and regular use of Microsoft Office Products (Word and Excel, PowerPoint).  Ability to quickly learn/adapt to new computer programs/systems
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently in carrying out assigned duties.
• Ability to deal with changing problems and situations and exhibit flexibility in carrying out duties.
• Must complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.

Essential Duties:

• Serve the needs of the Courts daily by providing regular Courtroom security.
• Transports inmates as needed or ordered by the Courts.  Transports include both daily and overnight trips.  Transportation duties include inmates confined at the Mercer County Jail and penal institutions throughout the Commonwealth and US.
• Serve Civil Process to include PFA’s (Protection from Abuse Orders), personal property levies, real estate levies, attachment of properties, posting of properties, and all other real actions as directed by civil law.
• Process Criminal Procedure such as apprehension of fugitives from justice, filing criminal complaints and service of warrants.
• Provides Courthouse and County owed building Security as needed or required.
• Works with local police agencies, state police, jail staff, court staff, State board of probation and parole staff, mental health agencies, federal and state agencies, the attorney general’s office and other local government offices and agencies.
• Special Projects as assigned
• All other duties as assigned

**This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  **

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

Department:  Children and Youth Services

Position Title: Caseworker I and/or II

Pay Classification:   YCW 00-00 (Caseworker I Entry $20.05/hr.)

                                    YCW 00-01 (Caseworker II Entry $20.83/hr.)

                                    Moves to $21.64/hr. after one year

Includes 13 paid holidays, paid Vac., paid sick

Full Insurance/Medical Benefits available

County Pension Plan

Reports To:  CYS Director/Assistant Director and Casework Supervisor

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  1/9/24

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

This is professional social service work with Mercer County Children and Youth Services. Caseworkers provide a full range of social and casework/management services to children, youth, and families to assist them in attaining a more satisfactory social, economic, emotional, or physical adjustment. An important aspect of this work is the employment of casework skills in obtaining essential information, counseling clients and members of their families, and helping them to utilize all available resources. Work also involves the application of problem- solving techniques, providing counseling to maximize service delivery and to achieve service plan goals, monitoring client behavior, and interacting with agencies which make up the service network. Work is performed in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures but employees are expected to exercise initiative and judgment in discharging their duties.

Position Requirements:  (Below listed requirements will determine if a new hire begins employment as a CWI or CWII.  Training period for a CWI is approx. 6 months, prior to transitioning to a CWII.

Caseworker I

• Required Minimum Experience and Training:  A bachelor’s degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.

Caseworker II

• Required Minimum Experience and Training:  Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; OR Successful completion of the Child Welfare Education for Baccalaureates (CWEB) program or County Social Casework Intern program; OR A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; OR A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency.

AND

• Child Welfare Direct Service Worker Certification

Additional Position Requirements:

• Standard hours of Work are either M-F from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with a ½ hour lunch (37.5 hrs./week) or M-F 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a ½ hour lunch (37.5 hrs./week).
• Additional time at work may be required and flexibility of work times may be required to accommodate clients.
• Must have the ability to fulfill on-call client services on nights and weekends on a rotation basis. 
• Once training is complete, remote work from home is an available option in order to provide flexability. 
• All Required Child Abuse Clearances
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrates the ability to professionally express ideas.
• Demonstrates the ability to complete written documentation that is not only grammatically correct, but also professionally prepared. Possesses the ability to articulate and communicate the roles and responsibilities for the Agency.
• Provides casework and counseling services to clients and members of their families to aid them in achieving a more satisfactory adjustment to their specific problems or situations.
• Provides protective and supportive services for clients who are in situations detrimental to their well-being or that of the community, or who are undergoing treatment or hospitalization.
• Possesses a clear understand of the Child Protective Service Law, the Juvenile Act, and all regulations governing child welfare practices, as well as Agency policies and procedures. Possess clear understanding of child welfare principles, philosophy and mission.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current social, economic and health problems and resources and the ability to understand and accept the needs and rights of others.
• Possesses the ability to engage clients and works with a light level of resistance.
• Possesses the ability to engage clients and works with a high level of resistance.
• Possesses excellent crisis management skills to de-escalate hostile, angry situations.
• Ability to complete thorough initial and ongoing risk and safety assessments, child and family assessment. Ensure that children are provided a safe, stable environment and will take emergency measures if child appears to be at risk.
• Possesses the ability to conduct individual and family interviews to identify problems and formulate plans for intervention. Basic knowledge of family system theory; genograms; and casual factors associated with abuse and neglect of children.
• Possesses the knowledge of the steps of child development and ways to work effectively with parents of children with developmental delays.
• Teaches clients home and budget management, child/adult care, and parenting skills; and assists with housing, employment, recreation and living arrangements, as required.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to complete thorough initial and ongoing risk and safety assessments, child and family assessments. Ensure that children are provided a safe, stable environment and can take emergency measures if child appears to be at risk.
• Conduct and complete investigations of referrals of abuse and neglect as defined by law, regulation and agency policy.
• Provide supportive and protective services to children of abuse and neglect.
• Develop family service plans and assess the goals on an ongoing basis to determine the adequacy of the plan and make revisions as required, prepare petitions, court summaries and documents as well as testify in court, schedule meetings with other agencies, dictation and documentation of case activities through correspondence, reports, case histories and other records.
• Attend individual supervisory meetings, unit meeting and staff meetings to assist in developing performance and case management skills and to continue to become familiar with current methods and techniques as well as changes in laws, regulations, and Agency policies.
• Conduct phone intakes to collect appropriate information and to screen incoming referrals and make collateral contacts as necessary.
• Obtains information from clients, members of their families, and others, necessary for the identification of social, economic, emotional, health or physical problems and assists clients in obtaining a wide variety of services on the basis of established policy, regulations and statutes.
• Participates in team meetings for the purpose of developing service plans to address the needs of clients and their families.
• Identifies appropriate community resources for clients, refers and links them to those resources, and advocates on behalf of client for resource service delivery.
• Continually assesses the adequacy of client service plans and revises, when necessary, to achieve goals and objectives.
• Possesses the ability to work effectively with people and develops and maintains working relationships with clients, their families, other staff and outside agencies as well as the general public.
• Works collaboratively with social agencies, hospitals, clinics, courts, and other community resources.
• Participates and when necessary conducts team meetings such as MDITs, Team Meetings, etc. to develop appropriate strategies for effective intervention and work collaboratively with other resource agencies.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan and organize their work, prepares adequate records and reports, and sets proprieties and maintains a caseload in an effective and timely manner. Possesses excellent time management skills.
• Possesses knowledge of agency’s internal resources.
• Possesses the ability to be a team player, asks for feedback and accepts supervision, is flexible and non-judgmental.
• Possesses the ability to be physically mobile over rough terrain in community while making home visits; verbally engages in conversation, utilizes phone, and observes and identifies physical indicators of abuse and neglect.
• The ability to lift 15 to 20 pounds and physically supervise young children.
• Complete all requirements for certification and attend trainings.
• Interpret Agency policies, laws, regulations and procedures as well as programs to individuals, groups, and other agencies.
• Participate in Emergency on-call duties and/or other non-traditional hours as required to meet client needs.
• Provide proper use of equipment such as computers, printers, personal vehicles, copy machines, telephones, fax machines, video and camera equipment and cell phones.
• Engage in placement planning including a determination of appropriate placement home or facility, sharing information regarding the child’s treatment, education and medical needs and preparation of the child and families for placement.
• Develop and modify Family Services Plans to address the needs for families and children in the home and prepare Child Permanency Plans for children who are placed out of the home. Perform all duties regarding placement as defined by regulations and policy.
• Prepare court packets and memos, attend court hearings, and provide testimony in a clear and concise manner.
• Provide for visitation for children in placement, including scheduling visits, providing transportation and/or supervision when appropriate.
• Engage in permanency planning for children in placement by identifying a permanent home for the children. Provide proper documentation and testimony for termination of parental rights. Complete appropriate adoption assessments and court materials. Identify and prepare the adoptive home and prepare the child and family for adoption.
• Provide or arrange transportation services on behalf of clients when necessary and appropriate.
• Performs all other work-related duties as required.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
• Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting and reaching, as necessary to carry out job duties.
• Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands, feet/legs; torso necessary to carry out duties of job.
• Sedentary work that may incur occasional lifting/carrying objects with a maximum weight of thirty pounds.
• Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.
• Must be able to react quickly physically and mentally in the event of a disturbance or physical outbreak.

How to Apply:

Please send a completed and signed standard County application, a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:

                                    Mercer County Human Resources Dept.

                                    125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

Copies of College transcripts and clearances will be required upon interview.

Deadline to Apply:  April 30, 2025

Department:  Maintenance/Building and Grounds

Position Title:  Maintenance III

Pay Classification:  TCC 7 ($19.07/hr. - $21.87/hr.)

                                    Full Insurance and Paid Time off Package

                                    County Pension

Reports To:  Facilities Manager

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  03/12/2025

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

Technical position covering actual maintenance, repair, replacement and alterations to all County buildings and facilities including assignments at the County Prison.

Position Requirements:

• Knowledge of electrical principles and wiring specifications codes, familiarity with drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of methods, practices, tools and equipment involved in the maintenance of buildings including plumbing, carpentry, and masonry.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions required in this type of work.
• Ability to plan work and estimate needs and costs accurately.
• Ability to work with and direct other personnel assigned to help on any particular task.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs frequently, up to 100lbs occasionally
• Must be able to work from ladders, lifts, and in confined spaces
• Must be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist at will
• Must have a current and valid Drivers License

Position Duties:

• Performs electrical and mechanical repairs such as repairs and replacements of light fixtures and electrical circuits.
• Performs necessary carpentry such as building walls, installing drywall, installing ceilings, ect.
• Performs necessary plumbing such as repair, replacement and installation of plumbing fixtures. 
• Performs painting, staining and finishing duties.
• Performs clean-up and custodial duties as needed.
• Prepares estimates of cost of proposed items of repair, replacement or new installations along with recommendations regarding projects.
• Performs such other related duties and tasks as may be assigned or required.

• All other duties as assigned

How to Apply:

Please send a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and completed standard County of Mercer Application for employment to:

                                    Mercer County Human Resources

                                    17 Courthouse

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

Deadline to Apply: April 30, 2025

General Position InformatIon:

This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week. The salary range is $29,741.89 to a top end of $43,201.89.  (Hourly rate is $16.3417 – $23.7373 per hr.)  Starting salary is dependent upon experience. 

Overall Objectives

Using electronic recording equipment, record verbatim court proceedings and transcribe a variety of hearings, as required by law; to prepare and process court orders, transcripts, and other related court proceedings with a high degree of speed and accuracy.  The position works with confidential and sensitive information, requiring discretion and strict confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must abide by the Code of Conduct of the Unified Judicial System.
• Must abide by the Rules Governing Court Reporting and Transcripts pursuant to Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration 4001 through 4016.
• Must abide by the Mercer County Local Rules regarding transcripts, as applicable.
• Follows protocol as directed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports to the President Judge, any Common Pleas Court judge to whom assigned, the District Court Administrator, and occasional and limited direction from the Lead Reporter. Receives limited instruction or supervision in carrying out routine day to day tasks.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

N/A 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those the employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. A Court Recording Technician / Transcriptionist works indoors on a regular basis, in an office with minimal environmental factors, with adequate workspace, in adequate temperatures, ventilation, and lighting; and normal exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress; and normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL CONDITIONS

• Must possess ability to record, convey, assemble, and present information; explain procedures; and follow instructions.
• Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching necessary to carry out job duties.
• Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers/hands to simple movements of feet/legs and torso necessary to carry out job duties.
• Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.
• Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on court proceedings, testimony, and other work for long periods of time.
• At normal risk for repetitive stress injuries consistent with a job of this type.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent. Paralegal degree/certificate preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• One year of clerical experience in an administrative, professional, governmental, or judicial setting required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

•  Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage.

•  Basic knowledge of courtroom and legal proceedings.
•  Basic knowledge of legal terminology and the functions of various court officials.
•  Ability to learn the use of electronic recording equipment to enable production of verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings.
•  Ability to learn to diagnose and correct routine malfunctions of electronic recording devices.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.
•  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions.
•  Ability to organize and maintain a record of exhibits for storage, retrieval, and/or disposal.
•  Excellent oral and written communications.
•  Ability to work independently and effectively with co-workers and others.
•  Must accurately type and file all court orders, bench warrants and bench warrant vacates, and other courtroom documents in a timely manner.

•  Excellent time management skills.
•  Must possess excellent proofreading skills to ensure accuracy.

•  Must demonstrate emotional stability.
•  Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work.
•  Must be able to sit for long periods of time throughout the workday.
•  Must abide by and maintain a professional dress code.
• Must conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must occasionally work non-traditional hours and work at home on occasion to meet transcript deadlines.
• Must adapt to and use the equipment and software owned by the County.

The above conditions reflect the general details necessary to describe the main functions of the position of Court Recording Technician / Transcriptionist, and shall not be considered an exhaustive and exclusive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

How to Apply:

Please send the standard County Application, a letter of interest, resume, and three references to the following:

Bo D. McCleary

District Court Administrator

Mercer County Courthouse

South Diamond Street

Mercer, PA  16137

(724) 663-3800 ext. 2516

bmccleary@mercercountypa.gov

Deadline to Apply: Currently open Until Filled

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Mercer County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and incumbent employees to discuss potential accommodations with the County.

Department:   District Attorney’s Office

Position Title:   County DRS Detective – Full Time

Pay Classification:  PA 06 (Entry $23.91 – 33.80/hr.)

Reports to:   District Attorney

Assigned to: Domestic Relations Section (DRS) – 50% and District Attorney- 50%

Schedule: Two week rotating schedule: 70 hour bi-weekly pay period; 35 hours per department; 7 hour work days.

Week 1: Domestic Relations- Monday, Wednesday, Friday; District Attorney- Tuesday, Thursday

Week 2: Domestic Relations- Monday, Wednesday; District Attorney- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  3/31/2025

Description of Position:

The County Detective in this role is employed by the District Attorney’s Office and is assigned part time to the Domestic Relations Section as part of an intergovernmental agreement and part time to District Attorney.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• Must have ACT 120 MPOTEC (Municipal Police Officer Training and Education Commission)
• Act 134 clearance
• Must attend required law updates and maintain a firearm certification required by MPOTEC
• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Administration of Justice, the Social Sciences or related field
• Ability to obtain JNET certification as required.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and have a willingness to travel as needed to complete job duties.
• Must be able to pass mandatory PACSETI New Hire Training as required by the BCSE

Other Essential Requirements

• High level of understanding of rules/laws as well as the judicial system as it pertains to child support establishment/enforcement
• Ability to speak calmly and confidently to convey information to attorney and others in person, and on the phone, who may be emotional and/or adversarial
• High level of organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under legal time constraints
• Technical knowledge of personal computer operations such as Microsoft Word and the DRS PACSES, PACSES Imaging and other programs
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills allowing for effective interaction with judges, attorneys, police officers, constables, other County agencies and other DRS employees
• Ability to comprehend a variety of documents; including case files, medical reports, insurance claims, divorce decree’s, civil complaints, petitions, earnings reports, pay stubs, W-2 statement, tax returns
• Ability to interview and elicit information from individuals in a non-threatening, calm and authoritative manner.
• Ability to analyze information for appropriate action and resolution of case specific situations
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently
• Must have proven record of people skills and decision making and skills in negotiation and mediation
• Must possess ability to use and interpret support law and strength in ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must possess ability to work with clients having sometimes limited life skills and education
• Must have an understanding of the criminal justice system and familiarity with local law enforcement

Position Duties: (For Domestic Relations)

          The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive and employees possessing   the skills within this class may be assigned to complete any task within the class. Other duties may be required based on the functional requirements of the PACSES system.

• Act as the DRS’s primary source for the aggressive enforcement of all DRS bench warrants to include affecting arrests and transportation to the county jail/court/DRS
• Act as DRS’s primary source for the timely execution of all DRS related personal service requests
• Maintains an accurate and up-to-date record of all DRS cases in which a bench warrant is outstanding
• Takes all phone calls from defendants who find themselves subject to a bench warrant, advising those who must report or be placed in the Mercer County Jail (Judge's warrants from Court) and setting a time to come to the DRS so that a conference can be conducted for those subject to a DRS warrant for non-appearance at a conference or direct defendants to appropriate staff to accept purge payments if the warrant is related to a contempt hearing
• When a Defendant who is the subject of a bench warrant is arrested on the warrant and transported to jail, or comes in as directed, or simply appears at the DRS, the defendant is interviewed in order to obtain information necessary to satisfy the pending support action. This duty includes: review of the plaintiff's most recent income information, review income information and employment status of the defendant. If the defendant is unemployed, determines if facts warrant placement into the DRS Work Search Program.
• Takes all calls from any plaintiff in a case where the defendant has a bench warrant, making a NOTE in PACSES, answering all questions or following up on information provided by calling prospective employer or any other necessary investigative work
• Takes all calls from local law enforcement departments, dispatch, E911, and jails when a defendant subject to a bench warrant is arrested. Confirms warrants on behalf of the DRS and coordinates transportation to the Mercer County Jail or makes arrangements with defendant for appearance at the DRS.
• Works with Director and Assistant Director on any special projects involving multiple arrests or “sweeps” and coordinates activities with the Mercer County Sheriff's Department or local law enforcement and the Court
• Provides Director with a monthly report of active warrants; those added; those vacated; and any defendant remaining in the Mercer County Jail
• Tracks the work of the Mercer County Sheriff's Department in their work in either picking up defendants wanted on a bench warrant or facilitating their appearance in the DRS and provides a monthly report to the Director reporting the names of each client so that the Director can notify the Sheriff's Department confirming the names and then requisition for payment for each assist per the contract.
• Tracks the work of the DRS contracted Constables in their work executing DRS bench warrants and completion of personal service requests and provides a monthly report along with related invoices of these activities to the Director
• Diligently assist with locating obligors and alleged parents to include use of CLEAR, JNET and the investigation of leads provided by these sources as well as information provided by parties in a case or other DRS staff
• Interviews parties in a case concerning income and extraordinary expenses, reviewing data including payroll, pay stubs, W-2 statements, tax returns and various other income documents. Calculates monthly incomes of each party for application on the established Supreme Court Guidelines.
• Gathers all other pertinent information for determination of support obligations including medical care and coverage, child care expenses, other families and mortgage information (if applicable)
• Maintains and submits any tracking/monitoring reports needed to measure performance or for statistical record management
• Attends meetings, training and/or seminars as required
• Reviews all updates in law and change in the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Accompanies and assists the Enforcement Specialist assigned to the Work Search Program in activities at the Career Link on Thursday mornings when needed.
• Works monthly Data Integrity and Federal Case Closure reports published the first week of each month
• Conduct self in a manner that respects staff, stakeholders and individuals receiving service
• Works cooperatively with other staff, as a team member, helping to promote a positive atmosphere

Position  Duties (District Attorney’s Office):

• Ensures that all identified cases are appropriately investigated on behalf of the office of the District Attorney
• Investigates domestic/sexual violence, dating violence and stalking cases as requested by local law enforcement, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office
• Respond to victims of domestic violence who require medical attention through hospital emergency rooms
• Attends protection from abuse hearings and all other hearings as needed or required.
• Respond to adult victims of sexual violence who require medical attention through hospital emergency rooms, following established Mercer County SART protocol
• Assist in child abuse investigations
• Assist Area Agency on Aging with elder abuse cases
• Thoroughly document all investigations
• File appropriate affidavits or probable cause and criminal charges
• Coordinate ongoing investigations with federal, state and local police officials
• Respond to private complaints
• Review private complaints that come to the DA’s office
• Identify and take appropriate action including denial of complaint, approval of complaint, or referral of complaint to local authorities
• Assist in preparation of formal affidavit of probable cause and criminal charges, as needed
• Provide trial preparations support to state and local police
• Locate and re-interview witnesses
• Review evidence and all related laboratory analysis
• Review confidential police reports
• Adhere to the office philosophy, policies and procedures
• Conduct self in a manner that respects staff, stakeholders and individuals receiving services
• Acts as a role model for the office’s philosophy and guiding principles
• Works cooperatively with other staff, as a team member, helping to promote a positive atmosphere
• All Other duties may be required and assigned.

To Apply:

Please complete the standard County of Mercer Application and send a letter of interest, salary history, and your resume to the following:

                        Mercer County HR Department

                        125 South Diamond St

                        Suite 17

                        Mercer, PA  16137

** The County of Mercer Standard Application can be found at www.mercercountypa.gov or can be obtained by stopping in the Human Resource office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

Deadline to Apply:  April 30, 2025

Department:  Veteran’s Affairs

Position Title:  Part-Time Office Assistant (20-25 hrs./week)

Pay Classification:  TCC 04-00-00 (Entry $15.83/hr.)

Reports To:  Director and Assistant Director of Veteran’s Affairs

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  03/31/2025

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Veteran’s Affairs in the provision of quality advocacy for all Mercer County Pennsylvania Veterans and their dependents through County and State benefits. This position is engaged in obtaining, compiling, and submitting information pertaining to applications for County and State benefits allowable to veterans and their dependents.  This position assists veterans and their dependent(s) by first assessing their needs and applying for the appropriate benefits on their behalf.  As an office assistant, the position requires answering telephone calls and assisting those who walk-in, and gather all appropriate intake information to better assist the veterans and/or their dependents.

Position Requirements:

• Excellent Organizational and Communicative Skills
• Computer Literate
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of the Internet
• Working knowledge of email
• Working knowledge of word processing (typing)
• At least one year of office and/or customer service experience

• Ability to learn and understand various Veteran Services

Position Duties:

• Assist in supporting Veterans according to State and County codes
• Work directly with Veterans in order to advise and assist as required
• Conducts telephone and written communication with various government and non-government agencies
• Prepares and submits claims for County and State government benefits for individual veterans and their dependent(s)
• Participates in training as required
• All other duties as assigned

How To Apply:

All interested applicants must print and complete the Standard County of Mercer Application for employment.

Please send the completed standard application, a letter of interest, resume, and three references to the following:

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    17 Courthouse

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

Deadline to Apply: April 30, 2025

Department: Conservation District (MCCD)       

Position Title:  Agricultural Resource Conservationist I

Pay Classification:  P&A 04 (Entry $19.51/hr. - $27.91/hr.)   

Special Note:            With 1-3 years of experience in the position, Act 38 Nutrient

Management Specialist Certification (training provided as

part of the job), and Public Pesticide Applicator Certification

(training provided as part of the job) the positions will be reviewed for a pay rate increase to P&A 06 ($23.91 – $33.81 per hr.)

Reports To:  Conservation District Manager

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  4/4/2025

Overall Descriptions of the Position:

The Agricultural Resource Conservationist will provide direct technical assistance and services to owners and operators of Mercer County Farms, production agriculture cooperators and other landowners to help solve natural resource concerns in areas of soil conservation and manure and nutrient management. Work includes providing technical assistance to production agriculture cooperators and other landowners for the PA Nutrient Management Program (Act 38), PA Manure Management Program (PA Chapter 91) and soil conservation planning and implementation. This position will also assist with other district programs as required.

Position Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Natural Sciences, Environmental Science, or related field is preferred. An associate degree in Agronomy with extensive agricultural experience may qualify at the discretion of the County and MCCD Board of Directors.
• Individual must have a strong agricultural background with a good working knowledge of crops, soils, animal husbandry, hydrology, land use and geography. 
• One to three years of experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to pass and maintain certification in accordance with the Nutrient Management Act.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations, manuals, policies and procedures to implement the Nutrient and Manure Management Programs and Chapter 102 relating to Agricultural Erosion & Sedimentation Plans (Ag E&S Plans).
• Ability to obtain and maintain state public sector Act 38 certification.
• Ability to do field work and negotiate uneven and rough terrain, including inclement weather where wet and slippery surfaces are encountered.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s license and safely operate motor vehicle while carrying out assigned duties.
• Ability to learn and become proficient with PA One Stop computer program.
• Ability to attend periodic overnight trainings offered by cooperating agencies.
• Must be skilled in numerical reasoning and physical sciences.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with county residents, government agencies, non-profit organizations and the private sector to accomplish common goals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical literature, engineering plans and tables.
• Ability to learn and use computer programs such as ArcView GIS, MS Outlook, Word and Excel and others to accomplish conservation planning, tracking, record keeping and reporting tasks.
• Knowledge of soils and the use of soils maps.

Position Duties:

General Duties

• Work with other agricultural agencies and organizations to promote natural resource and soil conservation education, planning and implementation.
• Coordinate with partner agencies and organizations such as Penn State Cooperative Extension, USDA-Natural Resource Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, No-till Alliance, PA Farm Bureau, DCNR Forestry, Farmland Preservation, PA Department of Environmental Protection and local sportsman’s associations.  
• Seek grants and alternative funding sources to increase agricultural conservation outreach and implementation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Nutrient & Manure Management Duties and Responsibilities

• Encourage voluntary compliance with PA’s Nutrient Management regulations, Act 38 and PA Chapter 91.
• Educate and promote the agronomic and environmental benefits of proper nutrient management by developing and providing education and outreach programs.
• Assist farm operators and Nutrient Management Specialists with implementing the provisions of the Nutrient Management Act and PA’s Manure Management Program.
• Review and assist with approval/disapproval of submitted nutrient management plans, plan amendments, transfers and manure storage setback waivers, in accordance with the procedures outlined in the NMA regulations and the Administrative Manual.
• Perform Annual Status Reviews of voluntary and concentrated animal operations with approved Nutrient Management Plans (NMPs) to assess plan implementation.
• Provide the SCC and DEP with quarterly reports detailing required program activities outlined in the Administrative Manual and Delegation Agreement.
• Maintain files on NMPs and plan amendments submitted for review and approval, including plan implementation information submitted by operators with approved plans as outlined in program requirements.

Soil Conservation Duties and Responsibilities

• Encourage voluntary compliance with PA’s Chapter 102 regulations requiring all farms to have and implement an Ag E&S Plan or Conservation Plan.
• Assist with development of Ag E&S Plans for farm operations, as requested or needed.
• Assist farm operations with assessment of natural resource problems and assist with development of Best Management Practice (BMP) designs.
• Assist agricultural producers and landowners to obtain required permits and other project approvals required for implementation of BMPs.

• Provide information on financial resources (grants, loans and cost share) available to assist producers and landowners in the installation of conservation BMPs.

• Ability to assist District Forester and other government agencies with identification and control of invasive plants and insect pests.

• Ability to assist farm operators and landowners with invasive plant and insect pest identification and control methods.
• Knowledge of wetlands and Chapter 93 regulations in order to assist farm operators, landowners, and government agencies to determine potential impacts and disturbances.
• Ability to assist landowners and government agencies in the identification of warm season grasses and invasive plant species.
• Ability to assist farm operators, landowners, and government agencies in riparian zone and upland plantings.
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To Apply:

Please complete the standard County of Mercer Application and send a letter of interest, salary history, and your resume to the following:

                                    Mercer County HR Department

                                    125 S Diamond Street

                                    Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA  16137

** County of Mercer Standard Applications can be printed from the above link or can be obtained by stopping in the Human Resources office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

Deadline to Apply:  May 9, 2025