Legal Secretary, 25-46, General Law Chicago

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities Performs responsible legal secretarial and clerical work requiring a basic knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures; types memoranda, depositions, pleadings, motions, rulings, pre‑hearing reports, orders, petitions, briefs and vouchers; plans, schedules, initiates and performs the clerical processing necessary for preparation of cases by staff attorneys; proofreads documents; receives and screens the public by telephone and in person; makes appointments; arranges for transportation, accommodations and conferences; types attorneys' case reports and legal manuscripts and revises as necessary; composes and types correspondence involving application of policy as well as general or routine matters; maintains detailed files. Qualifications Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of 2 years legal secretarial or business college and 1‑year secretarial experience or high school graduate (GED) and 3 years secretarial experience or related experience preferably in a legal services environment or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Effective oral and written communication skills. Physical ability to file and duplicate information which includes bending, stretching, stooping, and lifting of up to 15 pounds. Ability to operate automated office machines and equipment (prior training or work experience on PC specializing in Word Perfect preferred). Attendance is an essential function of this position. Benefits Position requires in‑office attendance. Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance Pension Benefits through the State Employees' Retirement System Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program‑457k Commuter Savings Program: pre‑tax transportation program Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre‑tax savings program Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 × your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available Disability coverage Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych Holidays: 13 ½ paid Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated Personal days: 4 annually Floating Holiday: 1 annually Sick days: 1 per month For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education Semi‑monthly payroll Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 – $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 – $653.00 monthly For more information on benefits: cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Santa Fe Springs