Legal Secretary

Job Title

Legal Secretary

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handles phone calls/walk-ins with various inquiries/questions/problems.
• Assists office staff/attorneys/officers/general public with various inquires/questions/problems.
• Processes all payable citations by entering on the computer and filing them.
• Processes all citation payments received by mail and paid on-line.
• Researches unidentified payments.
• Disburses notices for all citations not paid by due date.
• Prepares information sheet for case files.
• Prepares accusation for case files.
• Runs driver histories and criminal histories.
• Files and retrieves documents, files, etc. as requested.
• Performs variety of clerical functions including word processing and data entry.

Education, Training and Experience

The Legal Secretary should possess an Associate's Degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience; preferably in Secretarial Science, Paralegal Studies or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Because of the Office access to GCIC and NCIC, the Legal Secretary shall have no Felony Convictions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The Legal Secretary must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:

• Knowledge of Georgia law and procedures.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Willingness and ability to be trained and use case management software.
• Ability to work well with the Public.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with members of all levels within the organization.
• Ability to show good judgment, consistency, timeliness, and respect in decision-making.
• Ability to achieve results on a timely basis.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities at one time and consistently achieve results on a timely basis.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Discounted Fitness centers
• State pension plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave
• Group Life Insurance

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