LEGAL SECRETARY.6051100 - Dallas County (TX) : Job Details

Provides routine secretarial support for a unit of attorneys to ensure completion of their work in an efficient and conscientious manner. Utilizes computer knowledge to create forms for documents that are used repeatedly, screens telephone calls, compiles routine data in established formats, organizes and maintains all files and calendars. Works with minimal supervision and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks.

Assists attorneys by making follow-up calls on their cases, retrieving documentation and evidence and drafting legal correspondence and documents utilizing standardized formats. Serves as a liaison for the department: greets, screens and routes visitors and incoming calls, takes messages andor answers routine inquiries. Enters and maintains case and statistical data and generates related reports. Maintains filing system, including receiving, filing, sorting, verifying and routing a variety of legal documents. Assists attorneys with tasks such as making copies, delivering correspondence, filing papers with the courts and maintaining office supplies. Provides limited assistance to attorneys regarding computer andor software related issues. Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited high schoolGED Program. Three (3) years of work related experience or 45 hours of college credit or a combination of the two. Ability to type 50 wpm, with proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, organize and process work and establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and the general public while maintaining confidentiality. May require prolonged sitting, standing and ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., unassisted.

Candidates for all clerical, administrative andor secretarial positions will be required to take and pass at least one skills(s) test(s) which will be determined by the Elected Official or Department Head based on the position and the operational needs of the department. Testing may include one or more of the following: 10-key, Coding, Data Entry, Filing, Grammar, Math, MS Excel, MS Word, Proof Reading, Spelling, Sorting and Timed Typing (3 minute).An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered positions with Dallas County. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant unless applicable law requires such action.Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply.