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

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 DESCRIPTION:                                                                                            

General Position Informaiton:

This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week. The salary range is $34,481.20 to a top end of $49,319.00.  (Hourly rate is $18.94 – $27.09 per hr.)  Additional income is earned by processing court orders and transcripts.  Starting salary is dependent upon experience.  A degree or certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required. Applicant must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.  There is a comprehensive benefit package included.  An RPR status is preferred, but not required.  Mercer County pays for required continuing education as well as association memberships. A Steno writer, laptop, and Case CATalyst software are also provided by Mercer County.     

Overall Objectives

To stenographically record verbatim all court proceedings and transcribe a variety of hearings, as required by law; to prepare and process court orders, transcripts, and other related court proceedings with a high degree of speed and accuracy.  The position works with confidential and sensitive information, requiring discretion and strict confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must attend training, seminars, and conferences to maintain continuing education, as required.
• Must abide by the Code of Conduct of the Unified Judicial System.
• Must abide by the Rules Governing Court Reporting and Transcripts pursuant to Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration 4001 through 4016.
• Must abide by the Mercer County Local Rules regarding court reporters and transcripts, as applicable.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports to the President Judge, any Common Pleas Court judge to whom assigned, and to the District Court Administrator, and occasional and limited direction from the Lead Reporter. Receives limited instruction or supervision in carrying out routine day to day tasks.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

N/A 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those the employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. A Court Reporter works indoors on a regular basis, in an office with minimal environmental factors, with adequate workspace, in adequate temperatures, ventilation, and lighting; and normal exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress; and normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL CONDITIONS

• Must possess ability to record, convey, assemble, and present information; explain procedures; and follow instructions.

2.    Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching necessary to carry out job duties.

3.    Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers/hands to simple movements of feet/legs and torso necessary to carry out job duties.

4.    Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.

5.    Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on court proceedings, testimony, and other work for long periods of time.

6.         At normal risk for repetitive stress injuries consistent with a job of this type.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/TRAINING

High School diploma or equivalent and a Degree or Certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required.  Must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.

• WORK EXPERIENCE

Prior court reporting experience is a plus but is not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage.

• Basic knowledge of courtroom and legal proceedings.
• Must possess the knowledge of the form and content of legal documents.
• Basic knowledge of legal terminology and the functions of various court officials.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions.
• Ability to organize and maintain a record of exhibits for storage, retrieval, and/or disposal.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with co-workers and others.
• Must accurately type and file all court orders, bench warrants and bench warrant vacates, and other courtroom documents in a timely manner.

• Excellent time management skills.
• Must possess excellent proofreading skills to ensure accuracy.

• Must demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time throughout the work day.
• Must abide by and maintain a professional dress code.
• Must conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must occasionally work non-traditional hours and work at home on occasion to meet transcript deadlines.
• Must adapt to and use the equipment and software owned by the County and provided to the staff court reporters.

The above conditions reflect the general details necessary to describe the main functions of the position of court reporter and shall not be considered an exhaustive and exclusive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

How to Apply:

Please send the standard County Application (which can be found here: https://www.mercercountypa.gov/Employment/Applications/Employment.Application.2022.pdf), a letter of interest, resume, and three references to the following:

Bo D. McCleary

District Court Administrator

Mercer County Courthouse

South Diamond Street

Mercer, PA  16137

(724) 663-3800 ext. 2516

bmccleary@mercercountypa.gov

Deadline to Apply: Currently open Until Filled

Applications can be made by regular mail, e-mail, or hand delivered.

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

Department:             Mercer County Jail

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

                                    Correctional Officer (Part Time – no Benefits)

Pay Classification:  Full 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

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

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

Department:  MIS

Position Title:  GIS Intern

Pay Classification: INTRN $13.00/hr.

Reports To:  GIS Coordinator

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  4/22/2024

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

Assist the GIS staff and other governmental departments at Mercer County with GIS and related technology. some specific tasks may include the following:

• Design, configure, and populate geospatial datasets
• Perform QA / QC of county geospatial datasets
• Create custom paper maps for a variety of purposes
• Assist in configuring and maintaining web applications
• Compile and mosaic historical aerial imagery

Position Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Studies & Sustainability, Urban & Regional Planning, or a related field
• Experience working with ESRI or open source GIS software suites, preferably ArcGIS Pro (vers 3.0+), ArcMap (vers 10.7+), & QGIS
• Experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office, Adobe products, ArcGIS online and its suite of tools
• Basic understanding of color theory, cartography, typography, graphic design for GIS purposes
• Proficiency with computers, various software, printers, plotters, GPS units
• Experience writing code using a variety of computer languages (C++, Python, SQL, Arcade, Visual Basic, javascipt, HTML)
• Assist in field data collection
• Ability to make oral and written presentations
• Must have the ability to work independently on projects as outlined by supervisors.

Position Duties:

• Work closely with GIS and Tax Assessment staff to complete a variety of projects

• Support GIS department with maintaining authoritative and accurate geospatial datasets for various data standards & compliances
• Provide technical assistance to various county employees/departments with the creation & maintenance of data, maps, web mapping applications, etc., for a variety of circumstances that benefit the county, our municipalities, and our citizens.

• All other duties as assigned

How to Apply:

Please send a letter of interest, salary history, resume, a minimum of 2 different custom map files intended to be printed (PDF or another image format), and a completed standard County of Mercer Application for employment to:

                                    Mercer County /Human Resources Dept.

                                    125 South Diamond Street

                                    Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

**This is a Summer 2024 Grant Funded Internship.  Per grand requirement this position is open to residents of Mercer and Lawrence County.

**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: June 14, 2024