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.
Attorney General, Administrative Support Staff Location:
Pierre, SD Salary:
$19.00
Hourly Pay Grade:
02
Closing Date:
August 21, 2026 This is a part-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit http://atg.sd.gov . This position provides administrative support for the Office of Attorney General. It provides secretarial/clerical duties using legal terminology, procedures and documents which includes: obtaining and providing information by telephone and in person in a professionally and courteously; maintaining composure, professionalism, efficiency, and accuracy during periods of peak workload, frequent interruptions, and changing priorities; greeting office guests in person in a professional, courteous, and exceptional customer-service; adapting established procedures to meet operational needs; typing, proofing, and/or finalizing confidential and sensitive letters, memo, legal documents and legal forms; other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
experience with secretarial and administrative support duties; dependable, friendly, approachable and positive attitude; ability to conduct themselves in a professional manner with the public and in an office environment; excellent telephone etiquette; independent work habits that keep them on track; ability to accomplish tasks without direct supervision.
Knowledge of:
office practices and procedures; excellent spoken and written English grammar.
Skills to:
use Microsoft Office products effectively; use office technology, computerized information systems, and standard office software used to support administrative operations; type at a minimum of 60 words per minute.
Ability to:
work independently on assignments with accuracy; pass a background investigation.
Additional Requirements:
To be considered, please attach your resume. This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. Please note this is a temporary or seasonal, non-benefited position, exempt from civil service.
Must apply online:
https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4IU You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration Telephone:
