LEGAL CLERK - OAHU

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i is seeking a Legal Clerk to independently support attorneys by preparing, processing, and filing a variety of complex legal and court documents with courts and commissions. You will manage multiple case files under tight deadlines and maintain accuracy in legal documents and filings.

Requirements include two years of progressively responsible legal clerical experience, knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures, and the ability to type 40 wpm.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible legal clerical work experience involving preparing, typing, processing and filing legal documents.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures; knowledge of legal document formats and filing practices.
• Experience with grammar, spelling, punctuation, word usage and sentence construction.
• Ability to prepare, process and file various legal documents in proper format according to procedures.
• Typing accurately at 40 net words per minute using word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform a wide variety of legal clerical work in support of attorneys.
• Prepare, process and file complex legal and court documents with courts or quasi-judicial bodies.
• Prioritize assignments to meet deadlines and maintain timely processing of documents.

Skills

Legal terminology

Court functions

Legal documents

Grammar and punctuation

Office procedures

Document processing

Typing 40 wpm

Job description

Recruitment Number 25-0250

The current vacancies are with the Department of Attorney General.

Legal Clerk

Legal Clerk: $4,054 to $5,133 per month (SR-14, Step C to I)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Independently perform a wide variety of legal clerical work in support of attorneys which primarily involve the preparation, processing and filing of a variety of complex legal and court documents with courts or quasi-judicial bodies; preparing a successive variety of documents for each case which require a variety of specialized procedures for preparation, processing and filing; prioritizing assignments in order to complete preparation and processing of legal and court documents for various cases within frequent time constraints and established deadlines; and perform other related duties as assigned.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization to Work

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Specialized Experience

Two (2) years of progressively responsible legal clerical work experience which involved preparing, typing, processing and filing legal documents and which demonstrated the prerequisite knowledge and abilities described below.

Knowledge of

• Legal terminology
• court functions
• format, content and the use of legal documents
• various types of court actions and associated processes and procedures
• legal and office practices and procedures
• grammar, spelling, punctuation, word usage and sentence construction
• legal documents preparation, processing and filing practices and procedures
• procedures for processing and filing legal and court documents with courts, boards and commissions

Ability to

• Prepare, process and file a variety of legal and court documents, in proper format, in accordance with established procedures
• carry out legal office clerical routines
• communicate effectively with others and maintain harmonious working relationships
• type accurately (using a computer, word processing and/or other software applications) at the rate of 40 net words per minute

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

Skilled Typing: Applicants must be able to type accurately, using a computer, word processing and/or other software applications, at the rate of 40 net words per minute.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

State of Hawai'i Disability Compliance

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person Interviews and Further Testing

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.