Senior Legal Assistant

City of Henderson; Henderson (AL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long term disability (LTD)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement benefits: PERS/RHS/457/401a

4-day, 38-hour workweek

Job summary

City of Henderson is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support attorneys in the City Attorney’s Office (Criminal Division). The role involves preparing legal documents, providing paraprofessional support, and leading legal support staff, with a typical Monday–Thursday schedule and possible weekend work depending on needs.

The position requires an associate degree in law or related field, six years of law-related experience, and ability to obtain a Nevada Notary within six months.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in law, criminal justice, or legal administration or completion of paralegal studies with Nevada focus.
• Six years of law-related work experience under supervision of an attorney.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or border state driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a Nevada Notary Public Commission within six months of employment.
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based background check and NCIC securities checks.
• Desirable: Paralegal Certification from an accredited organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional support to attorneys in the City Attorney’s Office (Criminal Division).
• Prepare legal documents within established guidelines.
• Act as a team leader and trainer for legal support staff.
• Work a Monday–Thursday schedule with potential weekend requirements based on operational needs.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Paralegal knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree in law/criminal justice or paralegal studies

Paralegal Certification (desirable)

Job description

Posting number: 0440SEP26-P-AEL

Department: City Attorney

Job classification: SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administrative Assistant, Legal

Summary

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Senior Legal Assistant in the City Attorney's Office - Criminal Division. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year. Under general supervision, provides paraprofessional support to attorneys in the City Attorney’s Office (CAO); prepares legal documents within established guidelines, acts as a team leader and trainer for legal support staff; and performs related duties as assigned. Note: This position is typically scheduled to work Monday - Thursday, however, the Senior Legal Assistant may be required to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday) based on operational needs.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Range of $33.77 - $50.65 hourly; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity*
• Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period
• Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus
• Contingent upon the City’s financial health and subject to availability of funds as determined by the City (subject to change)
• Work-Life Balance
  • The City of Henderson requires employees to reside in the state of Nevada with the capability of reporting to an on-site location
  • Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday to Thursday)
  • The expected schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 7:30am - 5:30pm
• Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Leave and Holidays Policy
  • Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package * for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
      • Deferred Compensation Matching Program Available - employee contributions will be matched on a per-pay-period basis until the employee reaches their respective deferred compensation match limit
  • Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan
  • Employer Paid Financial Wellness Benefits and Education
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!

  Examples of duties

  • Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in law, criminal justice, or legal administration; or graduation from high school and successful completion of a course of study for paralegal studies with a special emphasis in the State of Nevada legal practices and procedures from an accredited organization
  • Six (6) years of law-related work experience under the guidance of an attorney
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
  • Skill in typing sufficient to type 45 net words per minute
  • Must have the ability to obtain a State of Nevada Notary Public Commission within the first six (6) months of employment, as a condition of continued employment
  • Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
  • Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment
  • Desirable: Paralegal Certification from an accredited organization

  Qualifications

  DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

  1. Completed Employment Application
  2. Resume*
  3. Paralegal Certification from an accredited organization (if applicable)*

  *Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application.

  ASSESSMENT DATES

  • Skills-Based Keyboarding Examination* (Remote, Pass/Fail) - Will be sent Monday, September 28, 2026 (All Candidates). Candidates will be required to pass the keyboarding portion of the assessment process based on the number of net words per minute (WPM) listed in the minimum qualifications.
  • Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Tuesday, October 13, 2026 (Best-Qualified Candidates).

  All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

  IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

  If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

  Supplemental information

  The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

  Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.