Part-Time Legal Administrative Assistant – Court & Docs

State of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

State of South Dakota's Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Litigation Division, is seeking a part-time administrative support assistant in Sioux Falls. The role involves clerical duties using legal terminology, filing documents, and research to support attorneys.

The ideal candidate will have excellent English, be able to type 60 WPM, work independently, and pass a background check and drug screening. This position is exempt from Civil Service and may require a background investigation.

Qualifications

• Dependable, friendly and positive attitude.
• Professional demeanor with the public and in an office environment.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Independent work habits that keep you on track.
• Ability to accomplish tasks without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Excellent spoken and written English grammar.

Responsibilities

• Typing, proofreading, and finalizing confidential and sensitive letters, memos, legal documents and forms.
• Electronically filing legal documents in SD courts, District Courts, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.
• Researching information using various sources for legal documents and forms.

Skills

Typing 60 WPM

MS Office

English grammar

Independent work

Background check

Drug screening

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

State of South Dakota's Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Litigation Division, is seeking a part-time administrative support assistant in Sioux Falls. The role involves clerical duties using legal terminology, filing documents, and research to support attorneys.

The ideal candidate will have excellent English, be able to type 60 WPM, work independently, and pass a background check and drug screening. This position is exempt from Civil Service and may require a background investigation.