Legal Secretary I - Public Service (Telework Eligible)

Athens Technical College; Forest Park (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Legal Secretary 1 for the Division of Child Support Services in Waycross, GA. The role supports legal staff in preparing court documents and communications, under supervision.

Responsibilities include processing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating calendars and communications. The position offers a robust benefits package and potential telework options depending on duties.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a legal office environment using technology hardware and software.
• Two years of work experience in an office setting that involved review of legal documents (e.g., contracts) and use of technology.
• Work experience as an administrative assistant (secretary).

Responsibilities

• Delivers legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, parties, and/or court officials.
• Opens and closes case files.
• Organizes and maintains case files, documents, and reference materials.
• Prepares and processes legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
• Retrieves, copies, and distributes files and documents.
• Schedules appointments, maintains calendars, and receives and places telephone calls.
• Types and edits office memos, briefs, motions, and other legal documents from notes or dictation using standard office equipment.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Legal office experience

Administrative experience

Experience reviewing legal documents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Legal Secretary 1 for the Division of Child Support Services in Waycross, GA. The role supports legal staff in preparing court documents and communications, under supervision.

Responsibilities include processing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating calendars and communications. The position offers a robust benefits package and potential telework options depending on duties.