What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at South Dakota State Government?
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Job ID: 30866
Agency: Social Services - Office of Legal Services
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $24.11 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Social Services. For more information on the Social Services, please visit https://dss.sd.gov/.
The Legal Assistant plays an integral role in the legal team by providing critical support to the attorneys as they utilize their legal expertise on the more complex aspects of a case. The legal assistant performs secretarial/clerical duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents, including typing, proofing, and/or finalizing confidential and sensitive letters, memos, legal documents, and legal forms (e.g. summons, complaints, subpoenas, briefs, notices of hearings, responses); electronically files legal documents in the South Dakota and District Courts, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, utilizing each court's electronic filing system; researching information using various sources for legal documents, forms, and filings.
Licenses and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relatable field preferred.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A dependable, friendly, approachable and positive attitude and is able to conduct themselves in a professional manner with the public and in an office environment. The candidate will be able to work independently, keep on track, and accomplish tasks without direct supervision. Some experience working in a law firm, court, or similar legal service setting is strongly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge: Basic knowledge of legal terminology, principles, and practices. Familiarity with office protocols, Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat.
Skill to: Be proficient in typing, English language, and grammar.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective professional relationships; communicate clearly; be a willing learner of new topics; use facts to arrive at logical conclusions; use discretion in handling confidential material.
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.
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.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=1CF
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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Salary : $24
