Board of Ethics Legal Secretary

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from $4,961 to $7,069 per month in accordance with Ordinance 5948. How to

Apply :

Please submit letter of interest with resume to boardofethics@co.maui.hi.us . This position p erforms specialized paraprofessional legal support work for the Board of Ethics involving confidential and sensitive matters requiring the exercise of independent judgment, discretion, and professionalism. The position provides legal, administrative, and operational support to the Executive Director and Legal Counsel, Staff Attorney, Investigator, and Administrative Assistant in carrying out the Board's functions and ensuring the effective administration of the County's ethics program. Prepares, reviews, and processes legal and administrative documents and filings related to Board of Ethics functions, including complaints, advisory opinions, disclosures, and related case materials; conducts legal research and assists with the development of summaries, reports, and investigative documentation; supports complaint intake, case management, and investigative activities, including gathering and organizing information and maintaining confidential records and files; coordinates communications and scheduling among Board members, staff, attorneys, complainants, respondents, and other stakeholders; assists with the preparation and distribution of meeting materials, public notices, and related documentation, and supports Board meetings and proceedings; maintains tracking systems, databases, and online filing and information systems to ensure compliance with deadlines and reporting requirements; and provides general administrative, clerical, and public inquiry support in furtherance of the Board's operations.

Training and Experience :

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of clerical experience, preferably in a legal setting.

License Requirement :

None Knowledge of :

Common legal terminology, procedures, practices, forms, and documents; filing methods and systems; grammar, spelling, and word usage; office practices and procedures. Ability to : Be detail-oriented; type/key accurately at the rate of 40 net words per minute; as applicable to specific positions, take dictation and transcribe notes accurately; maintain legal records; use word processing and computer equipment; learn the various types of legal actions and requests, and associated processes; work within constant time constraints and deadlines; maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive matters; deal effectively with other employees, attorneys, and the public.

Health and Physical Condition :

Persons seeking appointment to this position must meet health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping :

Light