Legal Assistant

Division of Legal Services (DLS) – Legal Assistant Job Posting Number: 4105 8860012 Semi‑monthly salary: $1,970.39 (may be higher based on shift or time‑of‑service pay) Annual salary: $47,289.36 Job Location: 615 E. 13th Street, Kansas City, MO Why you’ll love this position Passionate about public service? Work with legal teams supporting Department of Social Services (DSS) attorneys in court matters that impact Missouri children and families, with focus on permanency, reunification, guardianship, termination of parental rights, adoption, and other permanent living arrangements. What you’ll do This first‑level legal support role directly assists Litigation attorneys in the Kansas City region. Duties include research, filing legal documents, facilitating case management, and drafting legal instruments and correspondence under the guidance of an attorney. Minimum Qualifications • Associate’s degree or two or more years of administrative support experience. • Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, capable of working independently. • Professional written, oral, and in‑person communication skills. • Prior legal environment experience preferred but not required. Equal Opportunity Statement Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant. Benefits The State of Missouri offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, eligibility for health insurance, and other benefits that exceed the base salary. Detailed information is available through the state’s Total Compensation Calculator. #J-18808-Ljbffr