Legal Administrative Specialist

Salary: $24.86 - $54.73 Hourly
Location : 2115 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 08034DB
Department: County Attorney
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Description
Lee County is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Legal Administrative Specialist to join our County Attorney team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting legal staff, preparing high-quality documents, and keeping processes running smoothly through accuracy, consistency, and strong communication.
In this role, you'll prepare and process a wide variety of legal documents and produce official correspondence, and serve as a professional point of contact for internal staff, the Board of County Commissioners, and members of the public.
If you enjoy producing precise work, staying organized, and contributing to the efficiency of a busy legal team, this may be a great fit.

Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do

This is a hands-on legal administrative support role focused on legal document preparation, organization, and proactive, timely follow-through. Daily responsibilities include:

• Proactively reviewing incoming requests and preparing legal documents, agenda items, and other items for attorneys without needing direction
• Prepare correspondence, memorandums, reports, agreements, resolutions, ordinances, administrative codes, and notices of intent with accuracy and within established timeframes
• Prepare and process standard legal documents, including subpoenas, contracts, summonses, appeals, motions, and various other pleadings
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, with the Board of County Commissioners, administrative staff, and the general public
• Provide information and respond to inquiries via email, telephone, and in person
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across all work products

Education, Experience, Licensing
Minimum Requirements
Salary based upon experience
Candidates must meet any combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• High School graduation or GED equivalent; and
• Two years of office support experience, preferably in a legal environment or closely related field
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Works with precision and produces consistent, error-free documents
• Anticipates needs and takes proactive action to support attorneys efficiently
• Manages multiple tasks and deadlines in an organized, dependable manner
• Communicates clearly and professionally with internal staff and the public
• Maintains confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance across all work
• Learns new systems quickly and adapts well to routine workflows
• Enjoys supporting a team and contributing to smooth administrative operations
• Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Has knowledge of CivicPlus Agenda System, Smartsheet programs, and Document Management Systems
• Is proficient in Adobe Acrobat for document creation, editing, and formatting

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why Join Us?

This position supports essential administrative and legal operations that help keep the County running efficiently. Your work directly contributes to accuracy, compliance, and smooth day-to-day support for legal professionals and County departments.

Joining our team means:

• Stable full-time employment with local government
• Health and wellness benefits
• Retirement benefits through the State of Florida
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill building
• A supportive team that values reliability, accuracy, and collaboration
• A role where your work makes a meaningful impact on internal operations

About Our Department The Lee County Attorney's Office provides trusted legal guidance and representation to the Board of County Commissioners, County departments, advisory committees, and county officials. Our team is committed to delivering timely, accurate, and professional legal services that support responsible local governance and strong operational decision-making.
We oversee a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, land use, litigation, code enforcement, risk management, and administrative processes. The department values professionalism, integrity, and collaboration, working closely with staff across the organization to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and support the County's mission.
Joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated, knowledgeable group of legal professionals who care deeply about public service and high-quality work. We foster a supportive environment where accuracy, teamwork, and consistent follow-through are essential, and where your contributions help keep county operations running smoothly and responsibly.
About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any experience working with a land use attorney?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any experience in litigation?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any legal administrative experience?

• Yes
• No

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Are you proficient in Microsoft Products (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe, Acrobat Products, etc.?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any experience working with document management systems?

• Yes
• No

Required Question