Legal Office Administrator 1, OGC

Are you skilled in communication, decision-making, and problem-solving? If so, consider joining the Office of Administration (OA), Office of Chief Counsel (OCC) as a Legal Office Administrator 1. This position allows you to utilize your extensive legal knowledge to provide administrative and operational support to the OA, OCC including analyzing data and performing routine legal tasks. If you enjoy working as a team in a fast-paced environment, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Legal Office Administrator 1 (LOA1), you will be handling sensitive and confidential information consistent with attorney-client privilege when providing advanced administrative and professional legal support. You will be responsible for processing hearing transcripts and general invoices for payment, serving as the travel and expense coordinator, and preparing procurement requests. Work involves managing office supplies and equipment as well as maintaining the legal law library. You will have the opportunity to showcase your organizational skills while assigning management directives and manuals to respective attorneys for review and updating the status of each as they move through the approval process. You will have the opportunity to provide support for the Chief Counsel and act as a backup to the Office Manager, as needed. Additional duties include answering incoming calls, greeting visitors, processing mail, and ensuring the office supplies are well-stocked and organized. 
 
If you excel at carrying out work assignments with a high level of independence, we highly encourage you to apply today!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of varied office management or staff work within a public or private legal office.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.