Legal Secretary 1 - 00059118

Georgia Department of Human Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services is seeking a Legal Secretary 1 to assist in preparing legal documents and correspondence. This role involves managing case files and delivering legal correspondence, contributing to the agency's mission of supporting vulnerable populations in Georgia.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Leave

Employee Discounts

Telework Options

Qualifications

• One year of office experience using computer software.

Responsibilities

• Delivering legal correspondence to clients and court officials.
• Managing case files and preparing legal documents.
• Scheduling appointments and handling phone calls.

Skills

Office Experience

Computer Software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Description

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer: Enjoy a benefits package including a flexible work schedule, training opportunities, retirement plans, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, health insurance, employee discounts, and telework options depending on the position.

Start your career in public service. DCSS, a division within DHS, enhances the well-being of children through activities like locating non-custodial parents, establishing paternity, enforcing support obligations, and managing child support payments. They also run outreach programs such as Fatherhood, Prison Re-Entry, and Parental Accountability Court to increase non-custodial parental involvement.

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Child Support Services (DCSS), is seeking candidates for Legal Secretary 1. This position is based in Columbus, Muscogee County, GA.

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Job Description

Pay Grade: F

Under supervision, assists in preparing legal documents and correspondence, and helps legal staff prepare for court proceedings.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, parties, and court officials.
• Managing case files, documents, and reference materials.
• Preparing legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, motions, and pretrial agreements.
• Retrieving, copying, and distributing files and documents.
• Scheduling appointments, maintaining calendars, and handling phone calls.
• Typing and editing legal documents from notes or dictation.
• Performing additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of office experience using computer software.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• One year of experience in a legal office environment with technology hardware and software.
• Two years of office experience reviewing legal documents and using relevant technology.
• One year of administrative assistant or secretarial experience.

For more information about DHS, visit https://dhs.georgia.gov/