Legal Administrative Assistant (Part Time)

This is a part-time position, maximum of 20 hours per week, with the Office of the Attorney General.

Duties

• Provide administrative support for attorneys, including secretarial/clerical duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents.
• Type, proof, and/or finalize confidential and sensitive letters, memos, legal documents, and legal forms.
• 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, forms, etc.

Requirements

• Dependable, friendly, approachable, and positive attitude.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner with the public and in an office environment.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Independent work habits that keep one on track.
• Ability to accomplish tasks without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Excellent spoken and written English grammar.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products effectively.
• Type at a minimum of 60 words per minute.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with office personnel.
• Ability to work independently on assignments with accuracy.
• Pass a background investigation.

Additional Requirements

• Attach your resume to be considered.
• This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
• Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation.
• An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.
• Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.
• Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
• If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
• The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees.
• All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
• The State of South Dakota will use E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.