Legal Secretary III

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Corpus Christi, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Secretary III performs legal secretarial and general administrative work for the attorneys who represent the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. The position provides skilled secretarial support for attorneys who litigate Child Protective Services cases. The position interacts routinely with court coordinators, district and county clerks, DFPS staff, and the general public.

Requirements

• Knowledge of legal practice and terminology.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prepare legal correspondence and other legal documents.
• Proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Outlook, as well as the ability to learn the use of other computer programs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.
• Maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.
• Familiar with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content.
• Provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

• Previous secretarial experience in the legal field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, prepares, and reviews pleadings, motions, petitions, exhibits, and other legal documents for Child Protective Services.
• Reviews and prepares legal correspondence, sets up and maintains legal files, and answers telephone inquiries.
• Files pleadings and orders with the District/County clerk; copies, faxes, e-mails, and routes various legal documents to all parties.
• Develops and maintains professional working relationship with agency staff and the legal community.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service
• Options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees