Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation Division

Company: Idaho Division of Human Resources
Location: Boise
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation Division
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Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation Division
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Boise, ID
Job Type
Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Department
Office of the Attorney General
Job Number
NONCLS - 2333
Closing
Continuous

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  Idaho Office of the Attorney General
  Non-Classified Job Announcement
  Legal Assistant
  Civil Litigation Division
  Open for Recruitment: January 23, 2023 - Open until filled
  Job Type: Full-Time
  Salary: Salary is competitive with a full state employee benefits package that includes 11 paid holidays, sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40-hour week, low-cost downtown parking, and PERSI retirement, plus options for medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses.
  This position may allow for the ability to partially telecommute. The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
  Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
  Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho's capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 241,590 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho's world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
  Example of Duties
  Will support multiple attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Litigation Division who handle cases from across State government.
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    Creating, formatting and proofing memoranda, letters and pleadings in federal and state courts
    
    
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    Scheduling meetings
    
    
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    Corresponding with the public, clients and the courts
    
    
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    Creating and maintaining various file types (electronic and hard copy)
    
    
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    Managing incoming and outgoing mail and phone calls
    
    
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    Assisting visitors
    
    
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    Other related duties as assigned
    
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
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      Enthusiasm for public service a must
      
      
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      Minimum of three (3) years prior legal assistant experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training, is required
      
      
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      Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
      
      
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      Must have excellent grammar and proofreading skills
      
      
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      Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and ability to accurately key 50 or more words per minute
      
      
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      Must have willingness and ability to learn new programs and processes and cross-train in other support staff positions
      
      
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      Familiarity with electronic records management systems is strongly preferred
      
      
      Supplemental Information
      Applications:
      E-mail resumes to colleen.funk@ag.idaho.gov and to lincoln.wilson@ag.idaho.gov
      You may also mail your resume to:
      Idaho Office of the Attorney General
      Attn: Lincoln Wilson
      Civil Litigation Division
      P.O. Box 82720
      Boise, ID 83720-0010
      The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service, and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.
      Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
      https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html
      *Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.
      Agency
      State of Idaho
      Address
      304 North 8th Street Boise, Idaho, 83720
      Website
      https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho
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