STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- LEGAL ASSISTANT I - 21013373
About The Position
The Office of the State Attorney for Florida’s Nineteenth Judicial Circuit seeks an entry-level Legal Assistant I for a busy prosecution office. The position performs clerical work under general or administrative supervision. Duties include tracking case progress and history, preparing and processing legal documents and records, typing correspondence and other documents, and handling incoming calls as a receptionist. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and one year of secretarial and/or clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidates must complete the office application to be considered. Employment is contingent on proof of citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States and passing a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Male applicants must provide proof of compliance with, or exemption from, Selective Service registration requirements.
Requirements
- Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a GED, and one year of secretarial and/or clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Minimum of one year of responsible secretarial experience.
- Basic knowledge of computers, printers, facsimile machines, copiers, and scanners.
- Complete the office application to be considered.
- Provide proof of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States.
- Pass fingerprinting and a complete criminal background check.
- Male applicants must show proof of compliance with, or exemption from, Selective Service System registration requirements.
Responsibilities
- Enter data to track case progress and history.
- Prepare and process legal documents and records.
- Type correspondence, court orders, investigative reports, office memorandums, subpoenas, and expense vouchers.
- Work as a receptionist and handle incoming calls.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
