Legal Clerk I/II (MSS)

Salary : $1,308.33 - $1,676.50 Biweekly

Location : Crescent City, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 24-00216

Department : Health & Human Services

Division : Social Services

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

General Recruitment Information :

This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Job Opportunity :

Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.

Description

Bi-weekly Salary :

Legal Clerk I : $1,308.33 - $1,565.70

Legal Clerk II : $1,399.50 - $ 1,676.50

The Del Norte County Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Legal Clerk. This position is classified as Full-Time.

This is a Merit System Services classification. For current qualifications please review MSS Class Specs at CalHR visit https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / mss

Performs specialized and responsible office support work that requires knowledge of legal terminology and legal clerical procedures; and performs related work as required. Working under close supervision, Legal Clerk I is the entry / trainee level in the Legal Clerk series. Employees in this class receive in-service training and are given detailed instructions in the performance of the more routine legal clerical duties. As requisite skills and knowledge are developed, greater independence and the full scope of responsibility are exercised. Unless a position is permanently allocated to this level due to the nature of the work, employees are expected to promote to Legal Clerk II after one year of satisfactory performance at the Legal Clerk I level.

This classification series differs from the Legal Assistant classification in that Legal Clerks perform the more routine legal clerical support duties that involve producing forms, notices, and documents. They do not serve in a paraprofessional capacity and do not conduct research or provide input on legal positions or arguments.

Detailed Work Activities

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following : (For Legal Clerk I, duties are performed at the trainee level)

• Processes, maintains, and prepares a variety of legal forms, records, and reports; verifies that information or data is complete, accurate, consistent, and in conformance with prescribed format, procedures, and regulations.
• Gathers and reviews confidential information from agencies and processes documents related to assignments; communicates with affected parties to gather needed information and explain procedures.
• Determines acceptability of information and proper action to be taken based on established oral or written instructions.
• Contacts various agencies and organizations regarding the status of documents such as releases of liens, case settlements, etc.
• Receives, assembles, and maintains files and other information related to court actions; updates computer information; maintains court calendars by scheduling and reviewing court dates; files information or forwards to staff members.
• Files pleadings, orders, judgments, and a variety of other legal documents in the appropriate court.
• Identifies and corrects deletions or errors in accordance with prescribed format; follows up to secure additional information as needed.
• Produces a variety of legal documents including, but not limited to, Notices of Hearing, Subpoenas, Petitions, Dispositions, Dismissals, Monthly and Special Reviews, Warrants, and Special Orders, in addition to letters, reports, and fiscal or statistical reports.
• Types from electronic recording devices; proofs typewritten materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, format, layout, and clarity of language; may verify the consistency, completeness and accuracy of references and other information.
• Receives and screens calls for attorneys; provides information based on knowledge of policies and procedures; performs follow up on caller requests as needed.
• Logs reports from law enforcement agencies; searches manual and automated systems for prior offenses and other relevant information; receives and processes discovery requests and gathers information.
• Maintains information related to assignments by entering information into a manual or computerized data system; serves as a court liaison regarding assigned work activities and related matters.
• May attend court proceedings to take notes and / or enter narratives into a database; may produce and file documents as a result of court proceedings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

This is a Merit System Services classification. For current qualifications please review MSS Class Specs at CalHR visit https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / mss

Level I

Two (2) years of full-time experience performing general clerical work.

Level II

Two (2) years of full-time experience performing clerical work in a legal office environment.

Special Requirements :

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's license.

All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Note : The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as distinguished between the two levels in the Definition section.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Selection Process :

The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices. All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review. In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview. An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews. Expenses (i.e. travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview / examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Condition of Employment :

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he / she is : 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers : All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States. A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process. Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following : application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and / or oral examination. This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.

NOTE : The information listed below is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as an employment contract. Refer to labor agreements (s) for specific benefit information.

BENEFITS :

The County provides a comprehensive benefit package, generous time off accruals, professional and personal development opportunities, and many positions offer flexible scheduling for work life balance.

ELIGIBILITY :

Regular Permanent Full-Time Employees : Eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits

Regular Permanent Part-Time Employees : Eligible for select benefits on a prorated basis, depending on hours worked

Temporary Employees : Not eligible for company benefits

Paid annual leave : Vacation :

1-5 years of continuous service : 10 working days per year; 6-10 years of continuous service : 15 working days per year; 11-15 years of continuous service : 20 working days per year; 16 years or higher of continuous service : 25 working days per year. Note - Vacation will be available for use after completion of six (6) months of continuous employment.

Sick Leave :

1 day of sick leave with pay for each month of service from the date of employment. Note - Sick leave may be used upon accrual.

Holidays :

13 working days each year.

Floating Holidays :

3 working days each fiscal year. Note - Floating Holidays may be used upon accrual.

Retirement :

The County is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) integrated with Social Security.

Group Insurance :

County contributions for employee and dependent medical insurance with no-cost add on dental coverage

County paid vision coverage

County paid basic life insurance

County paid emergency ground and air program services

County paid Employee Assistance Program

County paid Health and Wellness Program

Personal and Professional Development :

Training and certification programs

Career advancement opportunities

Retirement :

The County is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) integrated with Social Security.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan :

Employees may elect to have a percentage of their salary deferred for pre-tax investment.

DEL NORTE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Del Norte Human Resources

981 H St., Suite 250

Crescent City, CA 95531

707) 464 - 7213

Any information on this page is subject to change without notice.

Salary : $1,308 - $1,566