McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Court Monitor for The Court of Common Pleas. The purpose of this position is to create verbatim transcripts of Court proceedings, ensuring a complete, accurate, and secure legal record.

The essential functions of the position include but are not limited to the following:

1.  Record court proceedings using a court monitoring system and recording equipment.

2.  Transcribe recordings in a timely fashion.

3.  Maintain recording equipment, including saving court proceedings from hard drive to CDs/ thumb drives and log notes.

4.  Index, file and maintain court recordings, tape cassette recordings, and exhibits.

5.  Maintain the printer, supplies of CDs, microphone batteries, tapes, and paper.

6.  Answer the telephone and direct calls as appropriate.

7.  Perform other duties as required for the successful operation of the department.

The qualifications of the position include the following:

Education:  Associates Degree or comparable office experience.

Experience: 1-2 years of experience in court-related field preferred but not required.

Other:  Sharp listening skills, knowledge of legal terminology, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation.  Ability to multi-task and excellent organization skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Patricia Brown, Court Administrator, at PABrown@mckeancountypa.gov.

Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date. 

McKEAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

The meeting of the Woodland (Five Corners) Cemetery Association originally set for Thursday, April 30 has been rescheduled for Monday, April 27. The meeting will be held at the Crandall Hill Community Building, 13 East Carley Hill Road, Coudersport beginning at 6:30 p.m.

All lot owners and interested persons are invited to attend.

In addition to election of officers, Issues to be discussed include seasonal and long term maintenance, lot sales, and considerations for changes to operating procedures.

For more information, please contact Arthur Metzger, President, at 814-274-8004.

          OLEAN, NY –Make a difference in your community and enjoy a tasty treat while doing so by purchasing a smile cookie from April 27 through May 3 at participating local Tim Hortons locations. Smile cookies purchased throughout the week will benefit Olean General Hospital (OGH) with 100% of the proceeds benefitting maternity and delivery services thanks to a partnership with Tim Hortons.

Smile cookies are $2 each and can be purchased at these participating locations; Allegany Tim Hortons located at 3012 NY-417, Olean, NY, Olean Tim Hortons located at 501 N Union St., Olean, NY, and Olean location at 1401 E. State St., Olean, NY.  Purchasing a smile cookie is the perfect way to a give a smile and get a smile!

On April 24th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to E. Ransom St. for altered level of consciousness

On April 24th Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Fishing Creek Rd. for abdominal pain

This season, Penn College tennis teams have had unprecedented success, and third-year coach David Straub is hopeful that it continues on Saturday as both of his squads enter the United East Conference playoffs seeded third.

In 6:30 p.m. matches on their home courts at the Central PA Tennis Center in South Williamsport, the men (5-2 UE and 7-6 overall) will host sixth-seeded Lancaster Bible College (2-5, 2-9) and the women (6-3 UE, 7-10 overall) will entertain seventh-seeded Penn State Brandywine (5-5 all UE, 7-8).

Men

With five conference victories, the Wildcats have their best single-season UE win mark ever, and their seven overall wins going into a nonconference match on Friday against McDaniel College ties a program-best previously achieved in 2015 and 2018.

Public invited to participate in Trail Challenge, recording mileage to earn $1000 for McKean County Trail Club

BRADFORD, PA — To celebrate America250, the McKean County trail organizations are transforming the PA Wilds into a high-stakes arena. Beginning May 3 through July 4, the friendly competition begins, pitting four local trail powerhouses against one another in a 63-day race for Trail Central bragging rights and vital trail funding. The Trail Challenge kickoff coincides with National Travel and Tourism Week, which is a reminder that McKean County’s trail system, including the Allegheny National Forest’s more than 500 miles of trails, is a strong tourism driver for the region.

The McKean County Trail Challenge is a friendly competition, highlighting the 21 trails maintained by five volunteer trail associations. The trail challenge is open to the general public; participants are not required to be members of any trail club. The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau is sponsoring the Trail Challenge, which is free to participate.   

The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau is using Challenge Hound, an app and web based program to track the challenge. To participate in the Trail Challenge, participants must choose one of four trail club teams and register at www.visitanf.com/TrailChallenge. McKean County Trail Clubs include: 

Harrison Township, Potter County, is accepting applications for a laborer with mechanical talent for duties including the operation and repair of equipment, road maintenance, township property maintenance, and all tasks as assigned by the Supervisors or Roadmaster. Valid driver’s license required. CDL a plus. Applications are available at the Township Office, 205 E. Main Street, Harrison Valley, PA during regular office hours or by calling 814-334-5425. Applications accepted until position is filled. Salary based on experience $20-$25.00 per hour.

McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Finance Director located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.

Under the direction of the County Commissioners, primary responsibilities of this position include:

Budgetary:

• Prepare annual County budgets.
• Prepare monthly budget report for County departments.
• Prepare budget status report for Commissioners, monthly or as needed.
• Provide budget guidance and compliance.
• Review department budgets for accurate coding.
• Draft fiscal and budget policy.

Fiscal:

• Compile reports needed for annual audit.
• Compile reports needed for grants.
• Track all funding sources and prepare reports.
• Work with Human Service Director, Human Resources, Purchasing Director, and Chief Clerk.
• Provide fiscal oversight for Federal and State funding sources and requirements.

Minimal Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in business.
• Bachelor’s degree in business management or accounting preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in budgeting and general accounting.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to learn County software programs, operations, structure, and law as applicable to the position.
• Ability to implement public administration, and office management practice and procedures.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret fiscal data; be able to project, estimate and forecast fiscal trends.
• Payroll knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel applications.

Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA  16749, via email to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov, or by applying online at Indeed. Applications and additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.

Title: Legal Assistant – Real Estate

Schedule: 30 hours/week, in-person (Coudersport, PA)
Pay: $15/hour

We are looking for a reliable and organized person to join our team as a Legal Assistant in our real estate practice. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with details, staying organized, and helping things run smoothly.

No prior legal experience? That’s okay. We are happy to train the right person who has a strong work ethic, good computer skills, and a positive attitude.

What You’ll Do:

• Help organize and process documents for real estate files
• Communicate with clients, lenders, realtors, and attorneys
• Enter information into our system and keep records up to date
• Assist with simple calculations (we’ll show you how)
• Track the progress of files and help keep things on schedule
• Help prepare documents for real estate closings
• Keep your workspace and files organized

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone dependable with a strong work ethic
• Good attention to detail
• Comfortable using a computer (Microsoft Office or similar)
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Friendly and professional communication skills
• Basic math skills

Helpful but not required:

• Office or clerical experience
• Experience with real estate or legal work

Why This Role is a Great Fit:

• On-the-job training provided
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to learn valuable legal and real estate skills
• Ideal for someone looking to grow into a professional office role

Think you might be a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.
Please email your resume to Finance@CahillyLaw.com

With May just around the corner, it’s important to remember that Stroke Awareness Month is approaching. It’s a time to reflect on how stroke can affect anyone, and how acting fast can mean the difference between a full recovery and lasting disability. A stroke is a “brain attack,” usually caused by a blocked blood vessel or bleeding in the brain. In both cases, brain cells begin to die within minutes. That’s why knowing the warning signs and calling 911 immediately is one of the most critical steps you can take for yourself or someone you care about.

Know the signs: BE FAST

Many people have heard of FAST (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911). You may also hear “BE FAST,” which adds two important symptoms: Balance problems and Eyes (sudden vision changes). Stroke symptoms often come on suddenly and may include:

• Balance: sudden dizziness, trouble walking, or loss of coordination
• Eyes: sudden blurred or double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes
• Face: one side of the face droops or feels numb, ask the person to smile
• Arms: weakness or numbness in one arm, ask the person to raise both arms
• Speech: slurred speech or trouble speaking/understanding, ask the person to repeat a simple sentence
• Time: call 911 immediately