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Legal Secretary
Salem, OR Summary: Organization: Oregon Public Defense Commission Department: Administrative Services Division Job Title: Legal Secretary > 2 vacancies (Portland & Salem) Experience: Two years of clerical/secretarial experience, including at least one year as a legal assistant. Salary Range: Competitive salary and benefits package, evaluated through a Pay Equity process. Location: Portland and Salem, Oregon Time Type: Full time Posting Date: Posted Today Job Requisition ID: REQ-168465 Application Deadline: 11/05/2024 The Oregon Public Defense Commission is seeking multiple organized and proactive Legal Secretaries for two vacancies in Portland and Salem. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and preferably be bilingual in English and Spanish. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants for current and future vacancies. The Oregon Public Defense Commission is responsible for ensuring competent and effective legal representation for eligible individuals. The agency is divided into several divisions, including the Administrative Services Division, which is responsible for managing contracts, compliance, and financial services related to public defense cases. Other services provided by the agency include data collection and analysis, legal representation in state appellate courts, and policy development. The Legal Secretary positions will involve administrative duties such as daily contact with clients and court officials, maintaining calendars, making travel arrangements, and preparing statistical reports. They will also be responsible for drafting and finalizing legal documents, determining jurisdiction and pleading format, and tracking the flow of legal documents. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of clerical/secretarial experience, including one year as a legal assistant, and be proficient in word processing software. The most competitive candidates will possess strong communication skills, be highly organized, and have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure. Bilingual candidates and those with familiarity with legal software will be given preference. The salary range for this position is competitive and includes a generous benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, vacation and sick leave, and an employer contribution retirement plan. The recruitment timeline is ongoing, with interviews beginning the week of November 11th, 2024, and an anticipated start date of December 2nd, 2024. Current State of Oregon employees should apply through their Workday account, while external applicants should follow the application guidance and requirements outlined in the job posting. Veterans who meet the qualifications will be given preference, and assistance will be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request. Join the Oregon Public Defense Commission and become a part of their success story. Apply today for the Legal Secretary position in Portland or Salem. |
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