County Employment Opportunities

Human Resources Department
125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17
Mercer, PA 16137
(724)-662-7514
Fax: 724-662-2189
hr@mercercountypa.gov

Office Hours:
Monday ~ Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Except Holidays


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Position(s) Currently Available

Property Data Collector, Reassessment Services | Senior Procedure Clerk (Grove City DJ) | Telecommunicator / Dispatcher (Part-Time)
Correctional Officer (PT and FT) | Clerk Typist I | Custodial Worker I
Administrative Assistant | Assistant Records Coordinator






Position: Property Data Collector, Reassessment Services Posted: March 6, 2024 Deadline: Print Job Description

Employer:           Tyler Technologies

Job Title:             Property Data Collector, Reassessment Services

Work Location: Mercer County Court House with Travel within

 Mercer County during the workday

Hours of Work:  40 hrs./wk. Monday - Friday

Pay Range:         $16.00 - $18.00 Entry Wages

Benefits Available: Full Medical and Insurance Benefits Package; PTO, Merit based pay increases and more

 

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and verify images and data of residential/agricultural properties to ensure that property records reflect current and accurate property characteristics.
  • List or update information on property records as needed.
  • Drive to property locations, getting in and out of vehicle. Physically walk around and examine all buildings to determine required property characteristics on various residential properties.
  • Measure and inspect exterior of residential/agricultural buildings. Accurately record property characteristics, square footage, angles, sketches, and dimensions on appropriate field documents and/or mobile devices.
  • Take clear digital images of properties including specified parcel improvements if required.
  • Update data on the physical condition of buildings.
  • Maintain personal production records in alignment with productivity targets. Complete logs and control forms and required documentation as required.
  • Communicate effectively with the public to share the purpose of our visit to their property, inquiries about the interior of the property, addresses questions, etc.  Professionally represent Tyler Technologies 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 Data Listers.

Qualifications

  • Strong desire to learn and grow in the real estate appraisal field.
  • High School graduate or equivalent work experience.
  • One-year residential data collection and property measurement experience preferred, but not required.
  • Must be able to travel to properties in assigned project area for the majority of the workday and provide reliable transportation and carry full insurance on the vehicle driven to perform job.
  • 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.
  • Spatial ability to read maps and locate a physical location on a map.
  • Ability to visualize floor plan footprints based on three-dimensional buildings.
  • Good math skills to calculate square footage, ratios, and similar functions.
  • Basic computer experience is preferred

To Apply please go to:

Tyler Technologies Careers - Property Data Collector, Reassessment Services (jobvite.com)

 

 

 




 






Position: Senior Procedure Clerk Posted: April 29, 2024 Deadline: May 13, 2024 Print Job Description

 

Department:  Mercer County Courts – Magisterial District Court

 

Position Title: Senior Procedure Clerk (Full Time) – Grove City Office

 

Pay Classification:   TCN 06 (Entry $18.32/hr.)

                                    Increase at 6 mo. ($18.77/hr.) and 1 year. ($19.55/hr.)

                                    Increase annually year 2 and 3

                                    Full County Paid Time Off Benefits (13 paid Holidays)

                                    Full Medical/Insurance Package

                                    County Pension Plan participation

                                   

Hours of Work:  35 hours per week (M-F 8:30 to 4:30)

 

Reports To:  District Judge

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 1/17/23

 

 

Overall Description of the Position: 

 

A Senior Procedure Clerk performs all clerical duties relative to the processing of forms and servicing of persons filing action with the Magisterial District Court. 

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • High School Diploma
  • A minimum of one to three years of related experience preferred. 
  • Previous legal administrative experience a plus
  • Basic knowledge of legal terminology, the criminal justice system and the court system a plus
  • Ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential and/or legal issues
  • Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Products (Basic Word, Word Perfect and Excel understanding, and use required)
  • Professional Verbal and Written Communication
  • Ability to work against a tight time deadline
  • Ability to maintain records and files on a daily basis
  • Basic record keeping skills
  • Ability to type quickly and efficiently.  Accuracy is of utmost importance.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals either on computer or calculator
  • Ability to use computer or calculator with speed and accuracy
  • Must establish and maintain an effective working relationship, both over the phone and in person with members of the public
  • Ability to communicate and work with various other county and state departments and organizations
  • Work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to travel periodically for training
  • Must be willing to participate in and pass a criminal background check.

 

 

Position Duties:

 

  • Types letters, forms, reports and other correspondence
  • Photocopies, scans, or images various types of documents
  • Phone receptionist and direct customer service duties
  • Duties also involve both accounting or procedural tasks and the handling of money.
  • Must use the state MDJ computer system on a daily basis
  • Assist District Judge and office staff members on a daily basis
  • Assist with the scheduling of hearings
  • Works on special projects as assigned
  • All other duties as assigned or required

 

Physical Requirements:

 

  • Must be able to stand, sit, and walk at will.
  • Must have the ability to engage in frequent or constant computer use.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, squat
  • Must be able to lift up to 20lb on a regular basis and up to 50lb on an occasional basis.

 

How To Apply:

 

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

 

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    17 Courthouse

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

Deadline to Apply: May 13, 2024










Position: Telecommunicator / Dispatcher Posted: April 29, 2024 Deadline: May 25, 2024 Print Job Description

 

Department:              E-911 Center

 

Position Title:            Telecommunicator/Dispatcher (Part Time)

 

Pay Classification:   TCE 07

 

                                    PT Dispatchers - (Starting/Training Wage $16.89/hr.)

                                    $18.77/hr. after 520 hours completed

                                    Shift Differentials paid for Afternoon and Mid. Shift work

                                    Full Training program provided

                                    Full Time opportunities after training is complete

 

                                   

Reports To:               EMA Director and E911 Deputy Director

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  2/26/2024

 

 

Position Summary:

 

            Specialized work in telecommunications at the highest level operating a public safety communications network that involves receiving, recording, evaluating, and transmitting requests for emergency and non –emergency response for police, fire EMS and other services from citizens and emergency field units.

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Must have a clear and distinct speaking voice with good handwriting and typing skills and the ability to type at least 30 WPM.
  • Must have the ability to stay calm under extreme pressure with the ability of quick recall of information and procedures.
  • Must be able to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled by supervisors.
  • Ability to work with considerable independence as to critical decision making based on procedures and practices of the communications center.
  • Possess skills in operating standard emergency radio equipment, automatic alarm monitoring devices, computer aided dispatch (CAD) and other telecommunicating equipment.
  • Ability to obtain information from excited people and to establish priorities.
  • Ability to learn all functions and jurisdictions pertaining to and have a thorough knowledge of county geography.
  • Ability to pass a state test on CLEAN (Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network) computer system within 60 days of hire.
  • Ability to take and carry out orders from supervisors.
  • Ability to meet established audio logical testing minimums.
  • Ability to handle confidential information from Federal, State and Local law enforcement as well as HIPAA. 
  • Ability to attend and pass courses in Emergency Medical Dispatch, Emergency Fire Dispatch and Emergency Police Dispatch
  • Ability to attend and pass a 40-hour basic telecommunicator course (APCO)
  • Ability to attend and pass a basic state certification for Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency
  • Ability to pass a background check and become certified in CLEAN and JNET. 
  • Ability to attend and pass FEMA courses IS-100 and IS-700
  • Ability to understand basic mapping skills for the purpose of call delivery
  • Ability to multitask.

 

Certificates and Licenses:

            Possess a minimum of a high school diploma

            Possess a valid driver’s license.

            Must be able to complete CPR Certification and training

 

Position Duties:

 

  • Receive from public telephone calls for emergency and routine response for police, fire and EMS services.
  • Operate all telephone, computer aided dispatch, and radio equipment in the center to obtain needed information to assure the correct emergency response is sent to the appropriate location.
  • Enter data into and retrieve data from electronic data processing systems that includes but not limited to, emergency information systems entries, CLEAN/NCIC file entries, and fire and EMS computers.
  • Maintain any required local fire alarms, burglar alarms, test sirens, pagers and radio systems.
  • Maintain extensive records of events, circumstances and actions initiated for all incidents processed during the work shift.
  • Ensure that all equipment in the communications center is in operating condition and report any that is not to the supervisor.
  • Maintain good communications with various police, fire and emergency agencies in Mercer County and surrounding counties.
  • Performs other related tasks or duties as may be required or assigned by supervisors.
  • Required to attend and maintain certifications on all systems
  • Answer and process calls for after hours outside agencies such as Children and Youth Services and Mental Health

 

Physical Requirements:

 

  • Job allows standing, siting, and walking at will. 
  • Must have the ability to engage in frequent or constant phone and computer use to include regular data entry via a keyboard/mouse.

 

How to Apply:

 

All interested applicants must complete the Standard County of Mercer Application for employment.  Applications can also be obtained and submitted at the Human Resources Office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

 

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

 

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

The E911 Center test of Basic Skills will be conducted prior to interviews.  Qualified applicants will be called to select a testing time.

 

Deadline to Apply:  May 25, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

 











Position: Correctional Officer (PT and FT) Posted: March 21, 2024 Deadline: May 31, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:             Mercer County Jail

 

Position Title:         Correctional Officer (Full-Time w/Full Benefit Package)

                                    Correctional Officer (Part Time – no Benefits)

 

Pay ClassificationFull Time Info:

        • JCO 00-01 ($18.78/hr. Entry Wage)
        • Raise after 6 Months to $20.40 and at one year to $21.19.
        • Shift Differentials in Addition to base rate

 

Part Time Info:

      • JCO 00-00 ($16.91/hr. Entry Wage)
      • Raise after 520 hours worked to $18.78.
      • 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:  May 31, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

 











Position: Clerk Typist I Posted: May 6, 2024 Deadline: May 17, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:  Children and Youth Services

 

Position Title: Clerk Typist I

 

Pay Classification:   YCL 00-01 (Entry $16.37/hr.)

                                    Moves to $16.82/hr. after one year

Includes 13 paid holidays, paid Vac.,paid sick

Full Insurance/Medical Benefits available

County Pension Plan

 

Reports To:  CYS Administrative Officer I and CYS Director/Assistant Director

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  01/02/2024

 

 

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

 

This position performs professional clerical work for the Mercer County Children and Youth Services Department and staff.

 

Required Minimum Experience and Training:

 

High School diploma or equivalency plus demonstrated office/clerical and computer knowledge required.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.  Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.  Two years’ working experience in an office environment, county government or social service agency performing clerical duties, or any acceptable combination of equivalent training and/or experience.

 

Additional Position Requirements:

 

  • Standard hours of Work are M-F from 8:30AM to 4:30 PM with a ½ hour lunch (37.5 hrs./week)
  • All Required Child Abuse Clearances
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Must have excellent customer service skills both in person and over the phone

 

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Responsible for receptionist duties at the CYS Agency, which includes answering and routing incoming phone calls and greeting the public in a professional manner. Phone duty will be assigned among the clerical staff of the CYS Agency by the CYS Administrative Officer 1.
  • Responsible for clerical duties specifically related to the CYS Program and staff.
  • Responsible for assisting the CYS Administrative Officer 1 with assigned clerical duties, such as typing, filing, photocopying, etc.
  • Responsible for typing and proofreading documents, such as Court Summaries, Court Orders, Family Service Plans, Placement Amendments, reports, grants, letters, office forms, memorandums, etc.
  • Responsible for photocopying, filing and faxing reports, documents and correspondence at required.
  • Will be responsible to assist and/or act as backup for the processing of all CYS mail. This shall include:  1. picking up, opening and processing of all incoming mail; 2. Stamping and processing all interoffice mail; and 3. delivery of all outgoing mail to the mailroom at the Courthouse as scheduled daily.
  • Will be responsible to assist and/or act as backup for CAPS implementation.
  • Will be responsible to assist and/or act as backup for setting up and maintaining all CYS case records. This will include filing of client related documents, correspondence, memos, meeting minutes, etc. As such incumbent must have a good knowledge of appropriate filing techniques and be able to retrieve documents filed.
  • Performs other clerical duties as assigned by the CYS Director, CYS Associate Director and/or CYS Administrative Officer 1.

 

Physical and Mental Requirements:

 

  • The ability to lift 10 to 15 lbs. on a regular basis and 20-50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
  • 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. Job is primarily sedentary work.
  • Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands, feet/legs; torso necessary to carry out duties of job.
  • Must be able to type with an average to high level of speed and a high level of correctness. 

 

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

 

Deadline to Apply:  May 17, 2024

 

 










Position: Custodial Worker I Posted: May 6, 2024 Deadline: May 20, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:  Maintenance/Building and Grounds

 

Position Title:  Custodial Worker I (PT Housekeeping)

 

Pay Classification:  TCC 02 ($14.77/hr. starting wage)

 

Reports To:  Facilities Manager and Custodial Supervisor

 

Position is Part Time: (20 hr./week) M-F evenings (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)       

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  5/7/24

 

 

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

 

Manual custodial work doing routine cleaning in the Courthouse and other county owed public buildings as required.

 

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Ability to learn materials, methods, and equipment used in cleaning public buildings and institutions
  • Ability to understand and carry out simple oral instructions
  • Willingness to work hours other than the normal office hours. 
  • Physical strength sufficient to do normal building cleaning work.  This includes but is not limited to the following:
    • Ladder Climbing
    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
    • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly
    • Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, twist, turn and reach in all directions

 

 

Position Duties:

 

  • Performs manual tasks and mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, polishing, and emptying wastepaper baskets in assigned rooms or offices and other areas of a public building or institution.
  • Dusts and cleans offices where care must be taken that papers and materials are not disarranged.
  • Cleans windows, marble and brass embellishments and dusts books.
  • Cleans and scrubs lavatories, polishes fixtures and mirrors and furniture surfaces.
  • Replenishes lavatory supplies.
  • Cleans and dusts Venetian blinds, windowsills, and ledges.
  • Performs such other related tasks and duties as may be assigned or required.

 

Supervision Exercised:

 

  • None

 

Certificates and Licenses:

 

  • Must be able to pass pre-employment/post offer of hire criminal history background check, drug test and physical exam.

 

How to Apply:

 

Please send a completed and signed standard County of Mercer Application to:

 

                                    Mercer County /Human Resources Dept.

                                    125 South Diamond Street

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

**Standard Application can be printed from the link above or can be obtained at the Mercer County HR office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

 

Deadline to Apply:  May 20, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

 











Position: Administrative Assistant Posted: May 6, 2024 Deadline: May 24, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:  Mercer County Sheriff

 

Position Title:  Administrative Assistant

 

Pay Classification: P&A 05 (Entry 18.37 – 25.83/hr.)

 

Reports To:  Sheriff

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  5/7/24

 

 

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

 

Administrative Assistants provide clerical and processing support services for the Sheriff’s Office.

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have working knowledge of the judicial system/criminal justice system.  Prior legal office work strongly preferred
  • Must have past customer service experience and training
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Must be able to communicate effectively utilizing both oral and written communication
  • Must be able to multitask and work efficiently
  • Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
  • Must have an excellent mathematical aptitude
  • Must have excellent computer skills with Word/Excel/Power Point/Etc.
  • Identify the different levels/court cycle of the judicial system
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
  • Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
  • Must have a valid Drivers’ License
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member
  • Clearances:  Child abuse history clearance, PA State Police criminal record check, FBI criminal background check
  • Criminal Justice Info System (CJIS) Certification (Post hiring requirement)
  • Notary  or ability to obtain notary license preferred

 

 

Position Duties (General):

 

  • Provides direct customer service to citizens visiting or calling the Sheriff’s Office.
    • Phones and messages for all divisions within the sheriff’s office
  • Reviews daily schedule of Court sales and hearings
  • Dockets writ of execution and complaints
  • Issues appropriate refund checks for applicable services
  • Carry out effective collection procedures
  • Invoices for services completed
  • Prepares and deposits all monies received
    • Daily/Monthly deposits, checks written reports, and monthly bank statement reconciliation for the civil/real estate/firearms bank account
  • Files licenses and other necessary papers
  • Data processing duties as needed or required
  • Knowledge of Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure
  • Working knowledge of Firearms Division, Civil Processing Service, and Protection from Abuse procedures
  • Assist Deputy Sheriff’s as needed or required
  • All other duties as assigned

 

Real Estate Duties:

 

  • Duties Writs of Execution, Possession, and Seizure:
    • Real Estate Sheriff’s Sale Execution
    • Set up yearly calendar of sale dates and praecipe filing dates, and complete all steps needed prior to, during, and following a real estate sheriff’s sale while coordinating with attorneys, sheriff, and deputies.

 

(Docketing, receipting, sheriff’s service papers, sheriff’s returns of service, levies, costs, postings, advertising, prep for lien searches, statements of sheriff’s sale costs and schedules of distributions, transfer tax documents, issue checks for costs distribution, invoicing, deed creation, deed filing, and court ordered corrective deed creation and deed filing.  Maintain and update current sheriff’s sale case listing.)

 

  • Personal Property Sheriff’s Sale Execution

 

    • Set up sale dates specific to each case, and complete all steps needed prior to, during, and following a personal property sheriff’s sale while coordinating with attorneys, sheriff, and deputies.

 

(Docketing, receipting, sheriff’s service papers, sheriff’s returns of service, levies, garnishments, costs, postings, interpleaders, claims for exemptions, statements of sheriff’s sale costs and schedules of distributions, issue checks for costs distribution, invoicing, and bills of sale.)

 

  • Possession
    • Set up real and personal property possession dates and complete all steps needed prior to and following a possession while coordinating with attorneys, sheriff, and deputies. 

    

(Docketing, receipting, sheriff’s service papers, sheriff’s returns of service, costs, and invoicing.)

  • Seizure

Coordinate with attorneys, sheriff, and deputies to complete seizure. 

Civil Process Duties:

  • Provide direct customer service for calls or visitors at the department
  • Docket Writs, Civil Complaints, Mortgage Foreclosures, Praecipe
  • Responsible for processing and docketing all Protection from Abuse orders and services
  • Process, deposit, collect fees, calculate and invoice all services, generate refund checks to attorneys
  • Balance checking account
  • Assist warrant division with correspondence as needed
  • Security certifications (CJIS), child abuse clearances
  • Maintain Commonwealth of Pa Notary status and notarize and record all services

 

Firearms Permit Duties:

  • Provide direct customer service for calls or visitors at the department      
  • Process deposits, collect fee, calculate & invoice all services  and generate refunds checks to businesses , individuals & Permitium fund
  • Balance checking account
  • Maintain CLEAN certification
  • PFA revocations
  • 302 warrants  & arraignment sheets
  • License to carry conceal  process 30-50 a day
  • License to sell firearms ( all gun stores in mercer county / store front & home sales / internet sales )
  • License to sell precious metal  (work with DA detectives and department of agriculture to maintain these licensee)
  • Run backgrounds
  • Responsible for state reports (semiannually – for civil & real estate & and license to sell)

 

Physical Requirements:

 

  • Must be able to stand, sit, and walk at will. Must be able to climb/descend stairs
  • Must have the ability to engage in frequent or constant computer use.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, squat
  • Must be able to lift up to 20lb on a regular basis and up to 50lb on an occasional basis.

 

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:  May 24, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

 








Position: Assistant Records Coordinator Posted: May 13, 2024 Deadline: May 29, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:  Mercer County Prison

 

Position Title:  Assistant Records Coordinator

 

Pay Classification:  P&A 04 (Entry Wage - $18.94/hr.)

 

Reports To:  Record’s Dept./Booking Lieutenant

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  5-10-24

 

 

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

 

As an Assistant Records Coordinator you will provide clerical and processing support services in the Records Department of the Mercer County Jail

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Must have an excellent mathematical aptitude.
  • Must have working knowledge of the judicial system/criminal justice system
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Must be able to communicate effectively utilizing both oral and written communication
  • Must be able to multitask and work efficiently
  • Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
  • Understand the OMS, CPCMS and ICM systems and be able to effectively utilize them
  • Must have good computer skills with Word/Excel/Power Point/Etc.
  • Identify the different levels/court cycle of the judicial system
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
  • Must be able to obtain Act 33, 34 and 126 Child abuse clearances
  • Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
  • Must be able to work in a high stress, correctional environment
  • Basic knowledge of legal terminology, the criminal justice system and the court system is a plus
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member

 

 

Position Duties:

 

  • Assist the administrative staff in any requested assignment and assist the Records Coordinator in all required departmental duties.
  • Must read, understand and implement court orders by all Common Pleas and Magisterial Judges
  • Must regularly calculate credit time
  • Provide information regarding the criminal justice system to Records staff, Booking Officers and other agencies.
  • Aid in training booking officers on correct and legal booking and release of an inmate
  • Work with outside agencies concerning inmate reasons for incarceration
  • Understand and maintain accurate and updated information on the OMS system
  • Understand how to process all new commitments according to procedures and law
  • Verify and process all inmate releases
  • Keeping timely and accurate inmate files
  • Understand NCIC procedures
  • Understand DC 7 X process
  • Pass JNET certifications and utilize the JNET system
  • Process inmate requests
  • Process bail bonds with inmates and bonding companies
  • Understand PFA policies/procedures
  • 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, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:

 

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    17 Courthouse

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

Deadline to Apply:  May 29, 2024