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1458-Legal Secretary I
DataSF, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Legal Secretary I - Trial/Litigation Team - City Attorney's Office (1458)
Department:
City AttorneyJob class:
1458-Legal Secretary ISalary range:
$91,130.00 - $110,760.00Role type:
Temporary Provisional Permanent Civil ServiceHours:
Full-time
About:
The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is looking for a qualified and motivated legal secretary to join its Trial/Litigation Team.Appointment Type : Temporary Provisional (TPV) , limited to no more than 3 years in duration. This temporary position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process, is considered "at will" and shall serve at the discretion of the Department Head. Successful participation in the Permanent Civil Service examination and selection through an open competitive process is needed in order to be considered for the permanent appointment.The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is an innovative, nationally-recognized municipal law office working to protect and advance the rights and interests of the City and County of San Francisco and its residents.Under supervision, the Legal Secretary I on the Litigation/Trial Team supports a high-volume, busy litigation and trial practice. The duties associated with the position include but are not limited to: preparing and editing a wide variety of legal documents in proper format such as briefs, correspondence, subpoenas, jury instructions, notices, exhibit lists and verdict forms; filing (including E-Filing) documents with State and Federal trial courts and courts of appeal; maintaining attorney calendars and case calendars; creating and maintaining files; answering requests for information from attorneys, opposing counsel, court staff and members of the public; and performing related duties as required.Position Information and ResponsibilitiesPreparing, editing and proofreading a wide variety of legal documents in proper format which may include pleadings and briefs.Legal filings and service of documents with state and federal courts.Scheduling of depositions, court reporters, witnesses and subpoenas.Opening, monitoring, organizing, closing legal case files.Maintaining and updating attorney appointments and team calendar.Reviewing, preparing, editing and finalizing resolutions and ordinances for submission to Board of Supervisors.Performing other duties and responsibilities as required including general administrative tasks.Assisting with special projects, i.e. research and public records request.Contact with court staff, administrative law organizations, consultants and other city departments using discretion and tact.Desired QualificationsExcellent verbal and writing skills, and an ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across multiple legal teams.Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology and court rules.Adept in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Word.Experience with Adobe Professional, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.How to qualify
Minimum QualificationsExperience
: Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a legal secretary transcribing dictation and typing legal documents.ANDThe ability to type 55 net WPM.Substitution
: A certificate of completion in legal secretarial skills from a recognized college, university, or training program may substitute for six (6) months of the required legal secretarial experience.Desired QualificationsExcellent verbal and writing skills, and an ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across multiple legal teams.Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology and court rules.Adept in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Word.Experience with Adobe Professional, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.What else should I know?
Salary and BenefitsThe position has a five-step salary scale ranging from $91,130-$110,760. The City offers robust health, retirement, and other benefits.VerificationApplicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.Note:
Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience may result in disqualification.Selection ProceduresThe selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only
accepted through an online process.Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. It is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date.The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
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Department:
City AttorneyJob class:
1458-Legal Secretary ISalary range:
$91,130.00 - $110,760.00Role type:
Temporary Provisional Permanent Civil ServiceHours:
Full-time
About:
The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is looking for a qualified and motivated legal secretary to join its Trial/Litigation Team.Appointment Type : Temporary Provisional (TPV) , limited to no more than 3 years in duration. This temporary position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process, is considered "at will" and shall serve at the discretion of the Department Head. Successful participation in the Permanent Civil Service examination and selection through an open competitive process is needed in order to be considered for the permanent appointment.The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is an innovative, nationally-recognized municipal law office working to protect and advance the rights and interests of the City and County of San Francisco and its residents.Under supervision, the Legal Secretary I on the Litigation/Trial Team supports a high-volume, busy litigation and trial practice. The duties associated with the position include but are not limited to: preparing and editing a wide variety of legal documents in proper format such as briefs, correspondence, subpoenas, jury instructions, notices, exhibit lists and verdict forms; filing (including E-Filing) documents with State and Federal trial courts and courts of appeal; maintaining attorney calendars and case calendars; creating and maintaining files; answering requests for information from attorneys, opposing counsel, court staff and members of the public; and performing related duties as required.Position Information and ResponsibilitiesPreparing, editing and proofreading a wide variety of legal documents in proper format which may include pleadings and briefs.Legal filings and service of documents with state and federal courts.Scheduling of depositions, court reporters, witnesses and subpoenas.Opening, monitoring, organizing, closing legal case files.Maintaining and updating attorney appointments and team calendar.Reviewing, preparing, editing and finalizing resolutions and ordinances for submission to Board of Supervisors.Performing other duties and responsibilities as required including general administrative tasks.Assisting with special projects, i.e. research and public records request.Contact with court staff, administrative law organizations, consultants and other city departments using discretion and tact.Desired QualificationsExcellent verbal and writing skills, and an ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across multiple legal teams.Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology and court rules.Adept in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Word.Experience with Adobe Professional, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.How to qualify
Minimum QualificationsExperience
: Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a legal secretary transcribing dictation and typing legal documents.ANDThe ability to type 55 net WPM.Substitution
: A certificate of completion in legal secretarial skills from a recognized college, university, or training program may substitute for six (6) months of the required legal secretarial experience.Desired QualificationsExcellent verbal and writing skills, and an ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across multiple legal teams.Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology and court rules.Adept in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Word.Experience with Adobe Professional, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.What else should I know?
Salary and BenefitsThe position has a five-step salary scale ranging from $91,130-$110,760. The City offers robust health, retirement, and other benefits.VerificationApplicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.Note:
Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience may result in disqualification.Selection ProceduresThe selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only
accepted through an online process.Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. It is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date.The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
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