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State of New Mexico

Senior Legal Assistant (HCA/CSSD #9113)

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$58,435 / year median in New Mexico

+4% projected growth

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Senior Legal Assistant (HCA/CSSD #9113) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Las Cruces, NM Job Details Full-time $20.56 - $30.85 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Court record maintenance Legal correspondence preparation Caseload management Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Driver's License Clerical experience Legal case management Court document preparation Full Job Description Posting Details Interviews are expected to be conducted within two weeks of closing. This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Our Vision Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system. Our Mission We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services. Our Goals Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce. Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives. Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information. Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness. Why does the job exist?
The Senior Legal Assistant will:
Provide legal support services for the Child Support Services Division (CSSD). How does it get done? The Senior Legal Assistant will be responsible for: Completing all after-court activities on cases and updating the Child Support Services System (CSSS); Tracking legal documents; Scheduling and tracking genetic testing; Preparing and tracking service documents; Scheduling text messages for reminders; Conducting locate searches; Utilizing clerical and secretarial experience; Applying legal terminology and procedures to process legal documents. Who are the customers? Parties of Child Support cases Child Support Services Division (CSSD) staff; CSSD Attorneys and Management. Ideal Candidate Parties of Child Support cases Child Support Services Division (CSSD) staff; CSSD Attorneys and Management. Minimum Qualification High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in drafting and preparing legal correspondence, conducting basic legal research, maintaining a case management/tracking system, and directly related clerical, secretarial, or office administration experience utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess or obtain Defensive Driving Certificate. Employment is subject to a pre-employment criminal history background investigation and is conditional pending results. Working Conditions Office setting, exposure to VDT, extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some travel may be required. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Theresa Romero, (505) 394-2977. Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.