Legal Secretary

Uintah County UT; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

On-site wellness center

On-site health fairs

Retirement plans

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Uintah County is seeking a Legal Secretary to support the County Attorney's Civil Office with civil clerical duties, document drafting, and review. You will manage calendars, deadlines, hearings, and organize case files for court appearances, ensuring proper notice and strict confidentiality.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of legal secretary experience; certification as a Certified Prosecutorial Assistant and a commissioned Notary Public are optional, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 1 year of legal secretary experience.
• Proficiency in keyboard operations and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and review civil documents for the County Attorney's Civil Office.
• Manage court and attorney calendars, deadlines, and hearings.
• Organize case files for court appearances and ensure proper notice.
• Handle GRAMA requests, employment matters, and inter-department coordination.
• Serve as primary contact for attorneys, agencies, and the public with confidentiality.

Job description

Status: Full-Time | Closes: Open Until Filled

The Legal Secretary performs entry-level, specialized legal clerical duties to expedite case preparation and support services for the County Attorney's Civil Office. Core responsibilities include drafting, formatting, and reviewing civil case documents - such as informations, complaints, subpoenas, motions, affidavits, and court orders - while verifying accuracy. Additionally, the secretary manages court and attorney calendars, monitors procedural deadlines, schedules hearings, organizes case files for court appearances, ensures proper notice, handles GRAMA requests, employment matters, and coordinates with other departments as needed. Serving as a primary point of contact, this position handles inquiries from attorneys, agencies, and the public, providing appropriate case updates while maintaining strict confidentiality and sound judgment regarding sensitive legal matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a high school diploma (or equivalent) combined with at least one (1) year of experience as a legal secretary, or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.

Special Qualifications

Applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in keyboard operations and may be required to obtain or maintain certification as a Certified Prosecutorial Assistant and a commissioned Notary Public, including fulfilling any continuing education credits necessary to keep active credentials in good standing.

This full-time position pays $23.00 per hour, depending on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. You'll receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and various supplemental insurance options. Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), an Employee Assistance Program, and an exciting perks program. Plus, you'll be part of Uintah County's award-winning wellness program, offering fun activities, convenient on-site health fairs and seminars, and full access to our on-site wellness center equipped with gym equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer