Legal Secretary 1 -
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USD 33510 - 33510
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Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia.The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgias most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote selfsufficiency independence and protect Georgias vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule unique training opportunities employee retirement plan 401(k) plan and 457 plan 13 paid holidays vacation & sick leave medical dental vision long/shortterm care life insurance and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service.The Division of Child Support Services (DCSS)is the division within DHS that enhances the wellbeing of children by locating noncustodial parents; establishing paternity and support orders enforcing and modifying support obligations; and collecting and distributing child support payments. This program promotes parent accountability and selfsufficiency while reducing the public responsibility for providing financial and medical support to children. DCSS also administers several outreach programs to include but not limited to Fatherhood Prison ReEntry and Parental Accountability Court. These outreach initiatives are devoted to increasing noncustodial parental involvement in the childs life.
DCSS is seeking candidates for the position of Legal Secretary 1. This position is based at the DCSS office located in Decatur DeKalb County GA.
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Job Description
Pay Grade: F
Under direct supervision helps prepare legal documents and correspondence. Assists legal staff in preparing for court proceedings.Role and Responsibilities:
- Ensures delivery of legal correspondences to clients witnesses parties and/or court officials.
- Opens and closes case files.
- Organizes and maintains case files documents and reference materials.
- Prepares and processes legal documents and papers such as summonses subpoenas complaints appeals motions and pretrial agreements.
- Retrieves copies and distributes files and documents.
- Schedules appointments maintains calendars and receives and places telephone calls.
- Types and edits office memos briefs motions and other legal documents from notes or dictation using standard office equipment.
- Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GEDANDone (1) year of experience in an office setting using computer software.
- One (1) year of work experience in a legal office environment.
- Two (2) years of work experience in an office setting that involved reviewing legal documents (e.g. contracts etc.) and using technology hardware and software applications typically used in a legal office environment.
- (2) years of work experience as an administrative assistant (secretary).
Additional Information
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Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) email the request by the closing date of this announcement to:
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment drug screening education verification reference motor vehicle records and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
As an employee of DHS in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Employment Type
Full-Time
