Job Opening: Marriage License Clerk
Department: Register of Wills
Posting Date: August 3, 2022
Shift: 8:30 am to 4:30pm, 35 hours per week
Starting Salary: $14.03 an hour
The Marriage License Clerk issues marriage licenses to applicants and is responsible for the recording of duplicate certificates returned to the office by officiants. The Marriage License Clerk questions regarding the marriage license application process.
Under the direction of the Register of Wills and Department Deputies, the Marriage License Clerk will:
Prepare Marriage License Applications and issue Marriage Licenses to couples
Prepare Marriage License informational packets to be given to couples
Record Duplicate Marriage Certificates returned by officiants
Set up County-provided Interpreter services when needed by applicant
Assist in preparation of Monthly Report submitted to Commonwealth of PA regarding Marriage License application statistics
Provide key assistance to the Research Clerk/Transactions’ Coordinator in processing requests for plain, certified and/or exemplified copies of Marriage records
Answer phones and assists the public and other clerks as needed
Other duties as assigned
High school graduate or equivalent
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Prior office experience preferred
Residence Requirement: The County of Delaware has a residency requirement for employees. Anyone applying for this job must reside in Delaware County or be willing to move to the County within six months of starting employment.
To apply, please fill out our online application form.