Legal Services Specialist (Administrative Specialist I)
About The Position
Are you known for your eye for detail, ability to multitask, and exceptional organizational skills? Are you seeking a role that combines your skill of reading, reviewing, and drafting legal documents with the opportunity to make a real impact? If so, this Legal Services Specialist position may be perfect for you. As part of our outgoing team, you'll enjoy regular hours and a supportive work environment. By supporting and protecting students and assisting with education standards, our work touches the lives of many in Nebraska. If you're ready to make a difference while working alongside friendly colleagues who value collaboration and humor, apply now to join our team! The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions. Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 5: $25.287/hour This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $24,700 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more! Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return Thirteen paid holidays per year
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position.
- Any equivalent education and\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies and two years of experience as a paralegal or similar position; experience with litigation document drafting and processes, Administrative Procedure Act processes, and working in a Nebraska government office.
Responsibilities
- Assists with review of administrative rule revisions (including using legislative format) to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepares and publishes public notices for rule revisions and contract agreements.
- Drafts, proofs, and edits a variety of legal documents to support or correspond with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Assists attorneys in preparation for administrative and contested case hearings and with post-hearing matters.
- Receives complaints and maintains case files.
- Serves as point of contact for hearing officers (e.g., coordinates document filings, maintains case files, processes bills, schedules hearing rooms).
- Assists with NDE service contracts and other related contractual documents, and maintains logs and records of such reviews.
- Provides organizational assistance for attorneys, directs or responds to inquiries, and serves as back to up to Legal Services Associate.
- Assists attorneys with legal and legislative research, and factual investigations.
- Performs administrative duties and accounting work including preparing, maintaining, and processing contract and financial records and documents, and accounts receivable and payable in the State of Nebraska accounting system.
- Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
- 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
- Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
- 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return
- Thirteen paid holidays per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
