Telework-Eligible Legal Secretary — Public Service

Georgia Department of Revenue; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Telework opportunities

Job summary

Georgia Department of Human Services is hiring a Legal Secretary 1 to support the DCSS division. The role helps prepare legal documents, maintain case files, and coordinate communications with court officials.

The position reports to the Legal Services Supervisor and participates in preparing for hearings and trials. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in a legal office or equivalent administrative role.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a legal office environment using common legal software and office equipment.
• Ability to manage case files, prepare documents, and support attorneys and staff in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
• Open and close case files; organize and maintain documents and reference materials.
• Prepare and process legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, and motions.
• Retrieve, copy, and distribute files; schedule appointments and maintain calendars.
• Type and edit memos, briefs, motions, and other legal documents from notes or dictation.

Skills

Legal office experience

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Georgia Department of Human Services is hiring a Legal Secretary 1 to support the DCSS division. The role helps prepare legal documents, maintain case files, and coordinate communications with court officials.

The position reports to the Legal Services Supervisor and participates in preparing for hearings and trials. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in a legal office or equivalent administrative role.