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Yuma County, AZ

Legal Secretary (Temporary Full-Time) (Grade 7)

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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

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Job Description

Job Summary This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.
NATURE OF WORK
Under close supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in a variety of legal secretarial and office duties. This position has department specific responsibility. Nature of Work (Illustrative Only) Formats and types letters, memoranda, and legal documents for the review, approval and use by an attorney; files documents with the appropriate court or entity; Prepares and processes confidential and sensitive legal documents and correspondence; Transcribes meeting and interview notes and recordings; Develops and maintains office records and files; Processes and logs incoming documents and directs them to the proper location; assists with scheduling and make appointments; greets visitors/callers, ascertains nature of business, and directs to appropriate person; sorts, indexes and retrieves forms, correspondence and documents; checks and completes records, forms and documents; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned. Experience and Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of secretarial work with some experience in legal work or closed related; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; requires a successful completion of a background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of:
County policies and procedures; general office practices and procedures; business English, spelling, punctuation, and grammatical usage.
Skilled in:
The use of the English language, including spelling, punctuation and grammar; the preparation of documents and reports; operating various office equipment and word processing; creating and maintaining files; taking and recording notes; meeting and dealing effectively and tactfully with public inquiries and problems; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; prioritizing work assignments to meet time constraints; maintaining confidentiality; communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to:
Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 5 - 25 lbs.
Working Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.
EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Medical Coverage Category The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families. Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or
PPO A 1100
deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit. Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit. Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the "Wellness Incentive" employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes. International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance. This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.