Legal Clerk I/II

The Probation Department at the County of San Luis Obispo is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Legal Clerk I/II. Distinguishing Characteristics This is a class series. Incumbents within the series are considered for promotion to a higher class based upon development of the more advanced requisite knowledge, skills and abilities and successful completion of progressively more difficult and complex duties and assignments.

Legal Clerk I:

This is the entry level in the series. Incumbents work under close supervision and perform routine clerical duties of a legal nature.

Legal Clerk II:

This is the journey level in the series. Incumbents work under supervision and apply specialized legal knowledge and skills in support of State and Federal regulations, mandates, and County and department policies and procedures. The incumbent can execute all but the most complex tasks with minimal training or oversight. May assist in the training of other staff and lead projects as assigned. Click here for a complete job description Legal Clerk I Click here for a complete job description Legal Clerk II For more information regarding the Probation Department, please visit our website at Probation - County of San Luis Obispo .

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This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time. The ideal candidate will have an interest in the legal system, have a strong attention to detail and work well under pressure. We are seeking an individual who has great communication skills both orally and in writing, can work independently and can work in an environment where priorities are constantly changing. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Legal Clerk I:

One year of clerical experience in a legal office, court, or criminal justice system; Or one year of experience equivalent to an Administrative Assistant II.

Legal Clerk II:

Two years of experience performing increasingly complex legal, court, or legal document preparation work; Or one year of experience equivalent to a Legal Clerk I or Administrative Assistant III. Licenses and Certificates Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid

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driver license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov . Background Check To accept a position with the Probation Department, you must successfully complete a Probation Department Background Check. Below is a partial list of offenses that may disqualify you from successful completion.

Please review the below list:

Any felony conviction Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult Poor employment history Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance Use of Marijuana within the past two years Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law Any crime committed against a child Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.