LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR

City/Parish of Baton Rouge; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City/Parish of Baton Rouge is seeking a Legal Administrative Supervisor to oversee legal support staff and manage administrative tasks within the Parish Attorney's office. This role requires a high school diploma, extensive legal secretary experience, and the ability to handle sensitive legal documentation. The position offers a starting salary of $33,825 annually and includes responsibilities such as supervising staff and conducting legal research.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent required.
• Six years of legal secretary experience, including two years of advanced support.
• Must pass computer skill tests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clerical, administrative, and legal support staff.
• Prepare and draft legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and coordinate division projects.

Skills

Legal terminology

Supervision

Confidentiality

Legal research

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Courses in business education

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Job Announcement: City of Baton Rouge/Parish of EBR

• Job Title: LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR
• Type of Vacancy: Open Competitive
• Job Opening No.: 2500229-2
• Job Code: 2044
• Work Location: PARISH ATTY-LITIGATION & RISK
• Starting Salary: $16.2624 Hourly / $33,825 Annually
• Pay Grade: 1170
• Application Dates: 05/23/2025 - 05/29/2025
• Application Times: Friday 12 Noon - Thursday

Note

Applicants using education to qualify for any job MUST attach a copy of their degree or transcript to their application at the time of applying. Applicants applying for any position that requires an official certification MUST attach a copy of that certification at the time of applying. Failure to provide documentation may result in rejection or lower scores.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of a division head in the Parish Attorney's office, performs advanced legal secretary work including supervising clerical, administrative and legal support staff. Must be familiar with legal terminology and capable of preparing and drafting legal documents. Work may include legal research and coordinating division projects. Performs administrative support tasks to assist the division head, exercising independent judgment and confidentiality.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent, plus courses in business education, and six years of legal secretary experience, including two years of advanced administrative support.

Substitutions: Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/licenses: None required at appointment but must be maintained.

Other job aspects include passing computer skill tests.

Examination: Advanced Clerical exam required, with details at: https://www.brla.gov/261/Examination-Preparation.

Application note: Provide detailed job duties in your application. For full details, visit www.brla.gov/hr.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration