Employment Opportunities

This is a professional level position assigned to the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Family Division, Juvenile Section.  The Probation Officer is responsible for carrying out the mandates of the “Juvenile Act” contained in the Judicial Code (Title 42-Chapter 63) and the Rules of Juvenile Court procedure relating to the care, guidance, control, trial, placement and commitment of delinquent children. This individual’s responsibilities include conducting investigations, completing reports and making recommendations to the court, reviewing and examining complaints and charges of delinquency or dependency for the purpose of considering the commencement of proceedings under the Act. This individual must know, understand and implement the Balanced and Restorative Justice philosophy (BARJ) by routinely engaging assigned caseload in BARJ activities.

• Bachelor’s degree with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field with a background of at least 18 credits in the behavioral or social sciences and possess a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience or a Master’s degree with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field with a background of at least 18 credits in the behavioral or social sciences and possess one (1) year of relevant work experience. 
• Knowledge of the “Juvenile Act” and the juvenile justice system, knowledge of the social factors and causes of social maladjustment of juveniles and adults, knowledge of current social economic, legal and health problems and recourses, knowledge of individual and group behavior.
• Effective written and verbal communication, ability to problem solve, work independently and demonstrate solid counseling skills.
• Ability to deal with stress associated with position/environment.
• Act 33/34 Clearance, FBI Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Driver’s License/Insurance.
• Work non-traditional hours and be on call 24 hours a day. 

• Supervise and assist juveniles placed on probation or in protective supervision or care by order of the Court or other authority of law.
• Make appropriate referrals to private or public agencies of the community where assistance is needed or desired.
• Gather, evaluate, document and maintain data pertinent to individual cases in connection with both investigation and supervision.
• Coordinate with public/private community agencies to clarity and address client’s needs and enhance strengths.
• Prepare court reports, attend and present information at hearings. 

Standard health and fringe benefits plans available for full-time position.  This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.

After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below.  If you have any additional documents (i.e., transcripts, certifications, etc.) that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to the address below.  You may also complete an application in person at the address below on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Family Division, Juvenile Section
Juvenile Probation
Family Law Center
Administration, 2^nd Floor-Suite 215
550 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA  15219

This is a professional level position assigned to the Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania, Criminal Division, Pretrial Services. The Bail Investigator’s primary responsibilities will be completing bail investigations, making recommendations to the Court, working both in the Allegheny County Jail and the Pretrial main office, and all duties related to bail modifications, revocations, supervision and failure to appear warrants.

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*  Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a Criminal Justice or Social Services field.
*  Master’s degree in a related field is beneficial, but not required
*  Knowledge of PA criminal justice system, and knowledge of the policies and practices of the Pretrial Services Department is preferable
*  Ability to carry out multi-dimensional tasks and problem solve, with accuracy critical to the recommendation of bail on the case
*  Ability to work and communicate effectively and appropriately with court and government officials, other agencies, offenders and the public
*  Ability to work and conduct interviews in a professional manner
*  Ability to gather and research information and prepare formal reports for the Court
*  Ability to think, make professional judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations
*  General computer skills and Word/Excel familiarity
*  Knowledge of pretrial risk tools
*  Ability to travel between various office sites and locations throughout the county and state as required
*  License Requirements: PA driver’s license, Act 33 clearance and criminal background check

* Perform work in the computer systems that are essential for completing bail unit work (CPCMS, MDJS, JNET, ASAP, Pretrial Database, Adult Probation Database, Juvenile Database, Anytrax)
*  Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date case records in the Pretrial Database
*  Interview and verify pretrial information gathered for bail setting purposes
*  Present information to the Court both in written form and in person
*  Make appropriate recommendations during court sessions
*  Gather and evaluate data pertinent to the individual cases in connection with both investigation and supervision
*  Perform other clerical duties as required

Standard health and fringe benefit plan available. This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.

Applications are submitted online until the posting is closed, February 27, 2026. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below.  If you have additional documents that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to:

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Court Human Resources Office
350 Frick Building
437 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA  15219
Fax: 412-350-5897

Arraignment Court is the first judicial step for a person arrested on criminal charges.  At Arraignment, the defendant is formally advised of the charges filed, bond is set, counsel is discussed, and the preliminary hearing date is set.  The Arraignment Clerk prepares all necessary paperwork and provides copies to the defendant.

This is a clerical position that requires keyboarding and some familiarity with computer data entry.  This includes entering criminal complaints into a statewide computer system for Magisterial District Judges.  This position also handles the acceptance of bail in criminal and family division cases. Knowledge of basic office equipment is necessary.  Work involves routine procedures although some independent judgment is necessary. Applicants need an ability to work and communicate directly with Magisterial District Judges, Pre-trial Service Employees, Police, Employees of the County Jail, Department of Court Records, County Identification, co-workers, and the public.

* Highschool diploma or equivalent.

* Ability to keyboard 35 words per minute with accuracy.

* Knowledge of personal computer and general office equipment.

* Ability to interact and communicate appropriately with court officials, the public, and various criminal justice practitioners.

* Ability to learn how to use the MDJS computer system and other systems available to assist the operation of Arraignment Court.

* Data entry of police criminal complaints into the Magisterial District Judge System (MDJS).

*  Facilitate video arraignment process (operating video equipment, disseminate appropriate paperwork).

*  May sit on the bench with the judge to facilitate the processing of paperwork attendant to

   arraignments, weddings, Protection from Abuse orders, bail and other work performed by the Court.

*  Receipt and record moneys for bail and collateral; balance bail receipts.

*  Prepare Emergency Protection from Abuse orders for Magisterial District Judge once a PFA has been

    granted and disseminate to appropriate agencies.

*  Copy criminal complaints and affidavits for police and Magisterial District Justice Courts.

*  Answer questions from the public and various criminal justice practitioners about the status of

    arraignments.

*  Complete routine paperwork on each case entering Arraignment Court.

*  Performs such other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.

Standard health and fringe benefits plans available. This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.

Applications are submitted online until the posting is closed, March 27, 2026.  After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter, and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below. If you have additional documents that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them.

5^th JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA
COURT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
350 FRICK BUILDING
437 GRANT STREET
PITTSBURGH, PA  15219
FAX: 412-350-5897

This is clerical work in the Criminal Division of the Court of Common Pleas.  Responsibilities include scheduling a workable calendar for a judge and preparing case files and related paper work for pre-trial conferences, trials and post-trial matters.  Work involves some initiative and independent judgment, and it is carried out under supervision of the department manager and assigned judge(s) and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

*  Five years of experience in the Court of Common Pleas or similar work setting.
*  A college degree or specialized training in criminal justice may be substituted for work experience or any acceptable
combination of training and experience.
*  Basic knowledge of computer usage, data entry skills, and familiarity with accessing the internet.
*  Ability to carry out moderate tasks with accuracy under some supervision.
*  Ability to maintain accurate records and files.
*  Ability to work and communicate effectively with court officials, other agencies, attorneys, associates and the public.
*  Ability to multitask.
*  Ability to satisfactorily complete training in the Criminal Division Common Pleas Case Management System (CPCMS) and Justice Network System (JNET) record systems.

*  Maintains the Court’s files on a daily basis.
*  Prepares and completes original case files, related paperwork and all computer-related data entry for pretrial conferences, hearings and trials.
*  Conducts pretrial conferences in the absence of the judge.
*  Notifies the jury coordinator of pending jury trials and postponements or cancellations of such trials.
*  Executes required legal forms as instructed by the judge.
*  Swears in jurors, witnesses and interpreters.
*  Responds to appropriate inquiries from court personnel, attorneys and others concerning procedures schedules and specific cases.
*  Schedules a workable calendar for the judge. 

Standard health and fringe benefits plans available to Court clerical staff.  This includes health, dental, life and accident insurance plans and sick leave and vacation benefits.

Applications are submitted online until the posting is closed, February 6, 2026.  After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below.  If you have additional documents that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to:

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Court Human Resources Office
350 Frick Building
437 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA  15219
Fax: 412-350-5897