Legal Support Assistant

Legal Support Assistant I-Temporary

The County of San Diego has current openings for LEGAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT I-TEMPORARY. The current temporary vacancies are in the Office of the County Counsel. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill temporary positions in other County of San Diego departments. Temporary assignments can last between 6 months and up to 12 months. FUTURE SALARY INCREASES June 2027 – 4.49% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment).

About the Position

As a Legal Support Assistant I with the County of San Diego, you will be responsible for reviewing, recording and filing a wide variety of legal documents pertaining to civil and criminal matters. This position will allow you to gain experience dealing with court officials, officers of the court, complainants or their representatives, and the public regarding questions that deal with claims, civil judgments, and the status of petitions, indictments, or other legal matters.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. One (1) year of full time general clerical or secretarial work experience, OR
2. Completion of a legal administrative assistant, legal secretarial or paralegal program from a recognized community or business college.

Hiring Process and Timeline

• Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Required licenses, certifications or registrations must be maintained throughout employment in this class. Positions may involve necessary and timely transportation for field travel, requiring the ability to arrange transportation to different worksites, meetings, or field work.

Conditions of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation

Qualified applicants will be placed on a three (3) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.