What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Clerk I/II (Merit) position at County of Tehama?
Nature of Work :
The primary function of the Legal Clerk is to perform a wide variety of specialized legal clerical and general clerical work which includes composing and typing legal documents and correspondence, processing of legal documents, and maintenance of legal case records which requires the knowledge of legal terminology and legal clerical procedures.
(A-E Steps)
Legal Clerk I:
$19.42 - $23.60 Hourly / $1,553.60 - $1,888.00 Bi-Weekly
Legal Clerk II:
$21.43 - $26.05 Hourly/ $1,714.40 - $2,084.00 Bi-Weekly
Ideal Candidate:The ideal candidate is reliable, provides courteous, respectful, and professional customer service, and has the ability to analyze situations involving rules and regulations and demonstrate good judgment when making decisions; communicates effectively orally and in writing; is proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; accepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations; interacts with individuals from various educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds; works cooperatively as part of a team and with community partners and other Counties’ agencies; listens attentively and understands oral information provided; prioritizes, plans and organizes one’s own work.
Why Join Our Team? :
At the Department of Social Services we strive to partner with our community to assist, empower and protect those we serve. We foster an agency culture that supports family life and encourages fun filled activities and agency committees. This is more than an invitation, it’s a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the agency even better.
Processing, maintaining, and preparing a variety of legal forms, records, and reports; verifying that information or data is complete, accurate, consistent, and in conformance with prescribed format, procedures, and regulations; gathering and reviewing confidential information from agencies and processing documents related to assignments; communicating with affected parties to gather needed information and explaining procedures; contacting various agencies and organizations regarding the status of documents such as court hearings, warrants, petitions, detention reports, etc.; receiving, assembling, and maintaining files and other information related to court actions; updating computer information; maintaining court calendars by scheduling and reviewing court dates; filing information or forwarding to staff members; typing from electronic recording devices, proofing typewritten materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, format, layout, and clarity of language; verifying the consistency, completeness, and accuracy of references and other information.
Legal Clerk II:
In addition to the education and experience requirements specified in the Merit Systems/Cooperative Personnel Services classification specification, Tehama County requires:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
License & Special Requirements:
- Requires a valid California driver's license.
HOW TO APPLY: This recruitment closes on March 3, 2025.To apply please submit your application through Merit System Services:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/MSS. You must click on the link, search for this job between the opening and closing dates, and submit your application. This job will only be posted between the opening and closing dates on the flyer. After filing your application you will be notified by Merit System Services as to whether or not your application met the minimum qualifications. Following the closing date those that met minimum qualifications will be contacted by the County for the next steps in the recruitment process. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to test and interview.
The department is currently recruiting for multiple vacancies..
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Legal Clerk I/II (Merit), as well as subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Salary : $19 - $24
