Legal Secretary (Exempt) Career Opportunity in Sacramento, CA
Are you looking for a prestigious legal career in the public sector? Government Jobz is excited to announce a full-time Legal Secretary opening with the City of Sacramento’s Office of the City Attorney.
| Salary | $62,115.57 – $87,402.85 Annually |
|---|---|
| Location | Sacramento, CA (Intermittent Remote Eligible) |
| Job Type | Full-Time Career |
| Department | City Attorney |
| Closing Date | Continuous (Open Until Filled) |
About the Position
As a Legal Secretary listed on Government Jobz, you will provide essential litigation support. This includes filing documents in State and Federal courts, managing discovery, calendaring deadlines, and assisting in trial preparation. This role is a journey-level position requiring discretion and technical expertise.
Ideal Candidate Profiles
- Litigation Division: Seeking experts in civil litigation, Sacramento Superior Court procedures, and appellate filings.
- Community Advocacy Public Safety: Seeking candidates with general legal experience; criminal law knowledge is a plus.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Working through Government Jobz, your daily tasks will include:
- Typing legal documents (resolutions, ordinances, contracts, and briefs).
- Assisting attorneys with motions, discovery, and case intakes.
- Maintaining court calendars and scheduling depositions/hearings.
- Handling accounts payable and office supply procurement.
- Organizing case files and updating the law library.
Qualification Requirements
To qualify for this role on Government Jobz, you need:
- Experience: 4 years of increasingly responsible complex clerical work, including legal or paralegal experience.
- Education: High School Diploma; a Legal Secretarial or Paralegal Certificate is highly desirable.
- Skills: Typing speed of 60 WPM. Ability to use MS Word, Excel, and Abacus software.
- Knowledge: Understanding of California court systems and legal terminology.
Selection Process
Interested applicants at Government Jobz should follow these steps:
- Online Application: Submit via GovernmentJobs.com. Do not use “See Resume.”
- Supplemental Questionnaire: Must be completed in full.
- Screening: Only the most competitive candidates will move forward.
- Interview & Background: Includes an interview and a Live Scan fingerprinting process.
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