Legal Assistant
Williamsport, PA
2 DAYS AGO
22564361
Summary
Williamsport, PA
In-Person
$14.44 per Hour
0 Months Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
37.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time / Hours May Vary
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provide general office support including, but not limited to, the following: answering and directing telephone calls; providing customer service to Public Defender Clients, including intake interviews, sending next court letters and scheduling appointments; maintaining, opening and closing files; operating office machines and personal computers; entering data; updating and maintaining databases; providing support to the Public Defender Staff; filing court documents with the Clerk of Courts, Superior Court, and Pennsylvania Supreme Court; and assisting staff with a variety of administrative duties.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment with the potential for a high degree of emotional distress due to interactions with individuals who are in highly stressful situations
QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduate or equivalent and at least two years of related experience
Preferred formal post-high school training or associate degree in related field; knowledge of criminal justice system
Ability to use computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, with proficiency
Commitment to serving the public individuals facing criminal charges
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain tact, composure, and confidentiality
Possession of excellent customer service skills
Possession of strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain records, assemble data, and compile reports
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions
Ability to work independently
NOTE: Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check and a urinalysis screening for use or abuse of drugs or alcohol.
Company Description
County of Lycoming is a county in the U.S. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and comprises the Williamsport Metropolitan Area. Lycoming is Pennsylvania's largest county by area and is a great place to live and work, offering outdoor adventures, history and culture, and sporting events.
Providing quality customer service to our citizens, business owners and visitors is County of Lycoming's top priority and that starts with our employees.
We offer an award-winning comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid holidays and vacation, a deferred benefit retirement plan, deferred compensation retirement plan availability, affordable medical and dental coverage, innovative wellness programs, extensive professional development opportunities, and more.
County of Lycoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
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Additional Details
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Williamsport, PA
2 DAYS AGO
22564361
Summary
Williamsport, PA
In-Person
$14.44 per Hour
0 Months Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
37.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time / Hours May Vary
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provide general office support including, but not limited to, the following: answering and directing telephone calls; providing customer service to Public Defender Clients, including intake interviews, sending next court letters and scheduling appointments; maintaining, opening and closing files; operating office machines and personal computers; entering data; updating and maintaining databases; providing support to the Public Defender Staff; filing court documents with the Clerk of Courts, Superior Court, and Pennsylvania Supreme Court; and assisting staff with a variety of administrative duties.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment with the potential for a high degree of emotional distress due to interactions with individuals who are in highly stressful situations
QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduate or equivalent and at least two years of related experience
Preferred formal post-high school training or associate degree in related field; knowledge of criminal justice system
Ability to use computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, with proficiency
Commitment to serving the public individuals facing criminal charges
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain tact, composure, and confidentiality
Possession of excellent customer service skills
Possession of strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain records, assemble data, and compile reports
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions
Ability to work independently
NOTE: Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check and a urinalysis screening for use or abuse of drugs or alcohol.
Company Description
County of Lycoming is a county in the U.S. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and comprises the Williamsport Metropolitan Area. Lycoming is Pennsylvania's largest county by area and is a great place to live and work, offering outdoor adventures, history and culture, and sporting events.
Providing quality customer service to our citizens, business owners and visitors is County of Lycoming's top priority and that starts with our employees.
We offer an award-winning comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid holidays and vacation, a deferred benefit retirement plan, deferred compensation retirement plan availability, affordable medical and dental coverage, innovative wellness programs, extensive professional development opportunities, and more.
County of Lycoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
Esta Organizacion Participa en E-Verify
Additional Details
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Job ID: 521491879
Originally Posted on: 5/17/2026
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