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Coconino County
Public Service Specialist - Assessors Office (0826)
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What they do
A Legal Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Prepares documents such as subpoenas or summonses and assists with legal research. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal.
$47,915 / year median in Arizona
-26% projected decline
Job Description
Under supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in assigned field; performs related work as assigned.(Illustrative Only) Formats, composes and types correspondence and other documents from written drafts and dictating equipment on routine, complex and confidential matters Prepares reports and maintains records Receives, sorts, files and retrieves forms, correspondence and documents Updates, checks and completes records, forms and documents Verifies discrepancies and makes corrections Researches records and disburses information Establishes and maintains complex filing systems Schedules, gathers materials and prepares agenda for various meetings Takes and transcribes minutes of meetings and other proceedings Maintains control and assures availability of files and other materials Establishes and maintains complex filing systems Answers questions requiring knowledge of departmental rules and procedures Exercises discretion and judgment on minor administrative decisions Processes and distributes confidential and sensitive documents May maintain department budget accounting records May answer and route incoming phone calls Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting, walking, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending and crawling for filing; working with and around others; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist/elbow/ shoulder) for computer work, filing, copying etc.; vision acuity (near) for computer work and reading documents; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity and touch for typing Two years' experience in performing clerical or administrative work within subject area; OR Associate's degree and one year experience in performing clerical or administrative work within subject area; OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. The ideal candidate has strong data entry and computer skills with excellent quality control practices; is proficient with Adobe, Word and Excel; must possess excellent customer service skills and enjoy working in a team setting; has knowledge of title transactions, appraisal terminology and familiarity with areas of Coconino County; is comfortable working in a very fast-paced environment and has the ability to work with minimal supervision. Preferences Access and Visio experience in report/query writing; problem solving; working knowledge of appraisal business; ability to handle multiple and changing priorities; ability to lead a team; ability to make decisions for the team regarding everyday responsibilities.