Office Assistant - Legal

The County of Adams is seeking a specialized clerical support person who will focus on the needs of the Legal unit in the Children and Youth agency and serve as the back-up receptionist. This includes maintaining case files for appeals before the Department of Human Services Bureau of Hearings and Appeals and assisting the agency Solicitor and paralegals in Juvenile Court and Orphan's Court as directed. This position is also responsible for preparing safety plan letters and documents for in camera review orders, and drafting custody orders. 

MERIT HIRE

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED required
2. One or more years experience in an office environment preferred.
3. Previous legal support experience is highly preferred.
4. Demonstrated skill in Microsoft 365 Suite required. 

Clearances required to obtain prior to hire:

1. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 33)
2. Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check (Act 34)
3. FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 3)

Required Documentation:

1. Cover Letter and Resume, when applying through a third party website the documents will need to be merged as one to upload. 
2. Online Application, including the profile portion of the Career Center 

Applications will NOT be considered without all required documentation submitted. 

Status: Full Time / 40 hours per week. The normal working hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM, including a half hour unpaid lunch.
Compensation: $18.68 per hour

Job posted until filled

EOE/M/F/V/D

The County offers an excellent benefit package including low cost medical insurance, county paid life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a robust wellness initiative, and a pension plan with County contributions. 

The Adams County Children and Youth agency is a Drug Free Workplace. The use, possession, distribution, or sale of federal illegal drugs or controlled substances is prohibited (including but not limited to medical marijuana).