Clerk 2

Job Title

The objective summary of this job classification is to perform a variety of standardized clerical, reception and administrative duties in support of the District Office.

Essential Functions

Provide support services to the district office in accordance with detailed procedures and practices.

Reception desk coverage.

Answer multi-line phones and route calls to correct party.

Provides information, as needed, to clients, court personnel and other agencies.

Complete clerical duties for attorneys, prepare docket of cases, contact litigants, courts, and witnesses to obtain information for the district office, if necessary.

Advise applicants and/or clients on eligibility requirements and collect fees, advise clients of attorney assignments, verify and record data.

Accepts mail from US post office, packages from UPS and other deliveries from other vendors.

Performs related and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and six (6) months of general office, clerical and/or administrative experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's License. Employment eligibility to work with the Law Offices of the Public Defender (LOPD) in the U.S. is required. We are not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. Collective Bargaining: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to. The Law Offices of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis on race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, political affiliation or religion, mental or physical disability, or serious medical condition. This job advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Preference may be given to multilingual applicants fluent in English and other languages.