Perry County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full time Clerk at the Magisterial District Court, Newport. This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Magisterial District Judge.
Primary duties include:
- Maintains and creates files (computer and paper) for criminal, non-traffic, traffic, civil, landlord/tenant, and miscellaneous cases.
- Receives payments for citations and filing fees, to include generating receipts, daily deposits, distribution of funds, report generation, and maintenance of funds received by the District Court.
- Responsible to answer the telephone, respond to inquiries, and/or direct calls .
- Schedules District Court proceedings and maintain the District Court calendar.
- Process incoming and outgoing mail.
- Perform limited background checks
Successful candidate must possess:
- High school diploma/GED required
- 2 years of administrative experience
Compensation includes a starting salary of $15.56/hour. Perry County employment includes a generous benefit package of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid leave, along with a defined county retirement plan, after a 90-day probationary period.
For consideration, please send a resume and employment application to Christina Zook, Court Administrator at P.O. Box 668 New Bloomfield, Pa 17068 or czook@perryco.org by July 31, 2026. Applications are available below. Please contact Court Administration at 717-582-5143 for additional information.