Employment

Career Opportunities with First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

The First Judicial District of PA is the largest judicial district in the state. It is composed of two courts: the Court of Common Pleas and the Municipal Court. The overall mission of First Judicial District of PA is the delivery of fair, timely and accessible justice to the County of Philadelphia. Our courts adjudicate cases according to its jurisdiction and sets goals and objectives to achieve this mission. We are looking for employees who will contribute a combination of talent and commitment in their daily responsibilities in an effort to further our goal to the citizens of Philadelphia County. If you are interested in joining our staff, please see the information below on how to apply. To view the benefits we currently offer our full time employees please click the following link. Currently Offered Benefits

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Our EEO Policy

The First Judicial District of PA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, religion, veteran status or disability status. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, First Judicial District of PA complies with government regulations and affirmative action responsibilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the First Judicial District of PA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.   
Current Open Positions
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Job TitleLocationFT/PT Status
Case Interviewer - EMU - Pre-Trial Services, Criminal Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Cashier - Finance Unit - OJR CivilOffice of Judicial RecordsFull Time
Clerical Assistant (Interviewer)Common Pleas CourtPart Time
Clerk Temporary, Part Time-Municipal Court, Criminal Division- Emergency Protection From Abuse UnitMunicipal CourtPart Time
Court Administrative Officer Trainee - Office of Court Reporters & Interpreter ServicesCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Court Clerk Trainee-Office of Judicial Records, Criminal DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Court ReporterCourt AdministrationFull Time
Director I - Pretrial Services - Criminal Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Interpreter II (Spanish) - Criminal Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Judicial Law Clerk I for the Honorable Judge Jennifer Schultz, Criminal Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Judicial Law Clerk I for the Honorable Judge Michele Hangley - Civil Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Judicial Tipstaff I for The Honorable Michele Hangley - Civil Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Jury Selection Commissioner - Court of Common Pleas, Trial DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Legal Clerk I - Family Division (Continuous)Common Pleas CourtFull Time
Legal Clerk I (Municipal Court)Municipal CourtFull Time
Maintenance Mechanic III - Administrative ServicesCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Permanent Master in Divorce - Domestic Relations - Family CourtCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Psychologist I - Court of Common Pleas, Family DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Psychologist II - Court of Common Pleas, Family DivisionCommon Pleas CourtFull Time
Tipstaff I, GeneralMunicipal CourtFull Time