Executive Office Assistant (Legal Secretary)

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to simplifying government processes through technology. As a Legal Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting federal agencies by managing litigation tasks and ensuring high-quality documentation. This entry-level position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact while enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to contribute to government innovation and join a team that values honesty and professionalism.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of word processing and litigation support experience required.
• Typing speed of at least 65 wpm with 95% accuracy is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support federal agency with litigation tasks and case material review.
• Proofread and edit documents, manage files, and arrange travel.
• Draft memos and create presentations using proprietary tools.

Skills

Litigation support tasks

Proofreading

Communication skills

Typing speed (65 wpm)

Database searches

Education

High school diploma or GED

Legal Secretary Certificate

Undergraduate Degree

Tools

Proprietary databases

Microsoft PowerPoint

Spreadsheets

Job description

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CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) provided pay range

This range is provided by CGS Federal (Contact Government Services). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$27,887.25/yr - $35,855.04/yr

Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level

Department: Legal

As a CGS Legal Secretary, you will support a federal agency in performing moderately complex litigation support tasks, including reviewing case materials, indexing files, answering phones, and other relevant duties.

CGS aims to bring motivated, skilled people together to solve government problems with technology. We value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Perform moderately complex litigation support tasks such as reviewing case materials, indexing files, and database searches.
• Proofread and edit deliverables.
• Answer phones for senior staff and arrange travel using proprietary databases.
• Draft memos, letters, create PowerPoint presentations, generate spreadsheets, and manage files.

Qualifications:

• At least two years of word processing and litigation support experience.
• Typing speed of at least 65 wpm with 95% accuracy.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred qualifications:

• Legal Secretary Certificate.
• Undergraduate Degree.

Our Commitment:

CGS strives to simplify government processes through technology and skilled personnel. We value honesty, professionalism, and quality, offering a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, FSA, and paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Join our team and contribute to government innovation!

Explore more opportunities at our Job Board or visit CGS website. For inquiries, contact: [e-mail].