Legal Secretary

We are currently seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our Public Defender’s Office team. In this vital role, you will support our mission to ensure that all individuals, regardless of financial circumstances, receive due process and full constitutional protections.

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide essential administrative and legal support by greeting visitors, answering phones, scheduling meetings, preparing and filing legal documents, maintaining case files, transcribing hearings, and assisting attorneys with court and client communications. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency with legal systems, and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of people in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of experience in a similar position preferred.
• Paralegal training preferred.
• Must be comfortable having communications with all walks of life while showing respect and patience.

Required Documentation:

• Cover Letter
• Resume (if applying through Indeed, please merge the documents into one to upload) 
• Online Application, including the profile portion of the Career Center

Compensation: $16.32/hour 

Job Closes: Posted until filled

To view the full job description, you will need to be on the County of Adams' employment page: adamscountypa.gov

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