Legal Administrative Assistant

$33,259 - $40,934/Yr

Unclassified - Pierre, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Pierre, SD

About the position

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General in Pierre, South Dakota. The role of the Legal Administrative Assistant is crucial in providing administrative support to the attorneys within the office. The responsibilities include performing secretarial and clerical duties that require a solid understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and documents. The assistant will be tasked with typing, proofing, and finalizing various confidential and sensitive documents such as letters, memos, legal documents, and legal forms including summons, complaints, subpoenas, briefs, warrants, and notices of hearings. Additionally, the position involves electronically filing legal documents in the South Dakota and District Courts, as well as the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, utilizing the respective electronic filing systems of each court. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a dependable, friendly, and approachable demeanor, demonstrating a positive attitude while conducting themselves professionally in both public and office environments. The ability to work independently is essential, as the candidate will need to manage tasks without direct supervision while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in their work. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, along with excellent English and grammar skills, is required. Proficiency in typing and Microsoft Office products is also necessary to fulfill the duties of this role effectively. Candidates must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with office personnel and demonstrate the ability to work independently on assignments. This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act and is eligible for Veterans' Preference as per ARSD 55:10:02:08. Successful applicants will undergo a background investigation and an abuse and neglect screening, with offers of employment contingent upon passing a drug screening. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas, and all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for attorneys at the Office of Attorney General.
• Perform secretarial and clerical duties using legal terminology and procedures.
• Type, proof, and finalize confidential and sensitive letters, memos, and legal documents.
• Electronically file legal documents in the South Dakota and District Courts and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.
• Research information using various sources for legal documents and forms.

Requirements

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Excellent English and grammar skills.
• Proficiency in typing and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with office personnel.
• Ability to work independently on assignments with accuracy.
• Ability to pass a background investigation.

Nice-to-haves

• Possession of a National Career Readiness Certificate (not necessary but preferred).

Benefits

• $0 premium employee health insurance option.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Dental and vision insurance options.
• Retirement benefits under Class A retirement with SDRS.