Job Description

This is specialized work functioning as a personal aide to a member of The Civil Trial Division, Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, judiciary. Important aspects of the job involve assistance to courtroom operations, ensuring dignity is provided in the courtroom and accompanying the appointing judge to all public functions and performing various other duties as assigned. An employee in this class is directly responsible to and serves at the discretion of the appointing judge.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE NORMAL FOR THIS POSITION.  THESE ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS EXCLUSIVE OR ALL-INCLUSIVE.  OTHER DUTIES MAY BE REQUIRED AND ASSIGNED.

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• Actively participates in courtroom operations; remains in the courtroom at all times while court is in session unless specifically instructed by the appointing judge.
• The functions of role will be primarily focused on heavy research, writing, and very policy oriented.
• Knowledge of the techniques and processes of legal research.
• Assists with researching legal sources for briefs or opinions based on statutory law, decisions and precedents of higher courts.
• Searches for and studies legal records and documents to obtain data applicable to cases under consideration.
• Considerable knowledge of the components and functions of the justice system.
• The candidate will demonstrate strong research and writing skills, as well as organizational skills.
• Assists judicial law clerk in setting up court matters; files as required court documents; ensures that case files are appropriate.
• Escorts judge through corridors of courthouse to and from court; ensures doors leading to chambers and robing rooms are locked at all times.
• Performs related duties as required.

YOU MUST VISIT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION BY 9/10/2021 YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A COVER LETTER, RESUME, WRITING SAMPLE, AND TRANSCRIPT.  APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AT FJDCAREERS.PHILA.GOV

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and apply, within a reasonable period of time, the components and functions of civil courtroom proceedings.
• Ability to learn non-judicial, civil trial procedures, rules and regulations required to facilitate court proceedings.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the members of the judiciary, jurors, attorneys, associates, employees and the general public.

REQUIREMENTS:

1.       Graduate of an accredited law school (current 3Ls are eligible to apply).

2.       Demonstrated commitment and experience beyond civil coursework is highly desired.

3.       City of Philadelphia residency required within one year of employment and maintain residency throughout your employment.

4.       Strong legal research and writing skills; attention to detail; organizational skills.

5.       Ability to perform the essential functions and work in the environment for the position.

Additional Information

SALARY: $39,541 - $43,333 (G14)

Did you know?

●        We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer

●        25% tuition discount program for City employees (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities

●        We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

●        Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

●        Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

●        Generous retirement savings options are available

Successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr @phila.gov. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx