Job Description
LEGAL SECRETARY
Job Code: 03045 Salary Grade: 11 Salary Range: $1+.52- $31.43/Hour FLSA: Nonexempt
Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to perform routine and specialized clerical and secretarial tasks in support of assigned attorneys.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Prepares and processes a variety of legal and court documents and information; gathers, transcribes, composes, types, reviews, and submits documentation to appropriate personnel and parties.
Monitors, tracks and maintains documentation regarding cases, status of cases, hearings, amendments to court rules, case law, etc.; tracks court documents, filings, and scheduling; follows-up on docket entries, opinions, appeals, criminal complaints, fugitive warrants, etc.; and compiles statistics and prepares related reports.
Distributes documentation between department/staff members and internal/external individuals/agencies, including but not limited to handling of paper and electronic court filings; distributes/delivers incoming faxes, mail, or other documentation to appropriate personnel; sorts, organizes, opens, and/or distributes incoming mail; processes outgoing mail; and copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, agendas, or other documentation.
Maintains file system of various files/records; prepares files, organizes documentation, and files documents in designated order; retrieves/replaces files; enters records and documentation into computer; updates and verifies accuracy of information entered ;prepares files for hearings and trials; ensures all documentation and records are included in files; and closes files as needed.
Maintains and prepares calendars; schedules and confirms appointments, meetings, interviews, conferences, court trials, hearings, substitutions, and related activities; creates, distributes and updates calendar on a regular basis; and notifies parties involved of changes.
Greets visitors and the general public; provides information/assistance regarding department services, procedures, documentation, or other issues on the phone or in person; distributes forms and documentation; may meet with potential clients and review financial affidavits; responds to questions or complaints; researches problems/complaints; and initiates problem resolution.
Answers incoming telephone calls; communicates with the general public, visitors, County staff and other individuals; provides assistance and information; refers callers to other staff members as appropriate; forwards calls to appropriate departments; and takes messages.
Relieves assigned staff of routine administrative tasks; screens telephone calls, mail, and other communications and initiates appropriate action/response; records dictation; types, composes, edits, and proofreads correspondence on behalf of staff; and records and/or transcribes correspondence, statements, minutes, or other information; keeps staff informed of significant matters, messages, documentation, or other information.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in Administrative Professional or related field; one year of experience in providing administrative support in a court or legal setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to act as lead person, providing guidance to a work unit, coordinating activities, and reviewing work of the unit.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA Compliance:
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Job Code: 03045 Salary Grade: 11 Salary Range: $1+.52- $31.43/Hour FLSA: Nonexempt
Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to perform routine and specialized clerical and secretarial tasks in support of assigned attorneys.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Prepares and processes a variety of legal and court documents and information; gathers, transcribes, composes, types, reviews, and submits documentation to appropriate personnel and parties.
Monitors, tracks and maintains documentation regarding cases, status of cases, hearings, amendments to court rules, case law, etc.; tracks court documents, filings, and scheduling; follows-up on docket entries, opinions, appeals, criminal complaints, fugitive warrants, etc.; and compiles statistics and prepares related reports.
Distributes documentation between department/staff members and internal/external individuals/agencies, including but not limited to handling of paper and electronic court filings; distributes/delivers incoming faxes, mail, or other documentation to appropriate personnel; sorts, organizes, opens, and/or distributes incoming mail; processes outgoing mail; and copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, agendas, or other documentation.
Maintains file system of various files/records; prepares files, organizes documentation, and files documents in designated order; retrieves/replaces files; enters records and documentation into computer; updates and verifies accuracy of information entered ;prepares files for hearings and trials; ensures all documentation and records are included in files; and closes files as needed.
Maintains and prepares calendars; schedules and confirms appointments, meetings, interviews, conferences, court trials, hearings, substitutions, and related activities; creates, distributes and updates calendar on a regular basis; and notifies parties involved of changes.
Greets visitors and the general public; provides information/assistance regarding department services, procedures, documentation, or other issues on the phone or in person; distributes forms and documentation; may meet with potential clients and review financial affidavits; responds to questions or complaints; researches problems/complaints; and initiates problem resolution.
Answers incoming telephone calls; communicates with the general public, visitors, County staff and other individuals; provides assistance and information; refers callers to other staff members as appropriate; forwards calls to appropriate departments; and takes messages.
Relieves assigned staff of routine administrative tasks; screens telephone calls, mail, and other communications and initiates appropriate action/response; records dictation; types, composes, edits, and proofreads correspondence on behalf of staff; and records and/or transcribes correspondence, statements, minutes, or other information; keeps staff informed of significant matters, messages, documentation, or other information.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in Administrative Professional or related field; one year of experience in providing administrative support in a court or legal setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to act as lead person, providing guidance to a work unit, coordinating activities, and reviewing work of the unit.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA Compliance:
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Secretary position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Decatur offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
