Superior Court of Pennsylvania 
 

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Organization:  Superior Court of Pennsylvania   
Department:  Western District Prothonotary Office                     Benefits:  link to benefits  

Starting Salary Range:   $36,551 – 41,864 
Location: Grant Building, Pittsburgh, PA 

Appellate Court Clerk II 

 
 

 

 

emarks:  Starting salary will vary depending upon the qualifications and employment history of the selected candidate. 

 

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filing fee. 

his  position  within  the  Superior  Court  Middle  District’s  Prothonotary  Office  involves  processing  legal  filings,  issuing 

appeal-related notifications, court orders and opinions, and maintaining trial court certified records. 

  Oversee the case processing of an appeal from the docketing of the Notice of Appeal through final disposition. 
  Review  legal  filings  for  compliance  with  the  Pennsylvania  Rules  of  Appellate  Procedure  and  collect  the  appropriate 

  Docket  legal  filings  in  the  case  management  system  and  forward  them  to  the  appropriate  court  office  or  judicial 

chambers for action. 
Issue appeal-related notifications, court orders and opinions to the parties in the appeal. 

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  Respond  to  inquiries  from  litigants  either  over  the  phone  or  in  person  and  inquiries  from  Superior  Court  judicial 

chambers or offices.  
Filing, assist with incoming and outgoing mail, and other clerical work as required. 
  

Minimum Qualifications: 

  High school diploma or equivalent; and 
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  An equivalent combination of education and experience, and/or training may be considered. 

Three years of clerical experience, preferably within a legal setting; 

dditional Requirements / Preferences: 

Thorough knowledge of court procedures and practices, legal documents and terminology. 

 
  Paralegal Certification or Bachelor’s Degree. 
  Enhanced level of professionalism in assisting callers, interacting with litigants and judicial personnel. 
  Enhanced attention to detail within a fast-paced work environment. 
  Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships. 
  Experience with a computerized case management or docketing system. 
  Strong knowledge of, and experience using, the latest version of Microsoft Office. 
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Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment. 

ow to Apply: 

Commencement Date: March 2023 

andidates interested in applying should submit a resume and cover letter to SuperiorEmployment@pacourts.us. 

Unified Judicial System Hiring Policy 

he Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania recruits, employs, and promotes the most qualified applicants without regard 
to their political affiliation, race, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, 
disability,  or  other  non-merit  facts  or  considerations.    Reasonable  accommodations  will  be  provided  to  applicants  with 
disabilities  as  may  be  necessary  to  ensure  that  all  applicants  are  given  a  fair  and  equal  opportunity  to  compete  for  all 
employment positions.  Applicants who need accommodation for an interview should request so in advance.  UJS hiring 
and employment policies  and procedures are intended to conform to all applicable state and federal  laws  governing fair 
and nondiscriminatory hiring and employment practices and are subject to change as necessary to remain in compliance 
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