Legal Secretary 1 (A014)

Company: Lane County
Location: Eugene
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

About the Position
To perform a wide variety of legal secretarial work; to perform a variety of technical and specialized office and team support duties; and to perform related duties as assigned.

About the Division
Patricia W. Perlow is Lane County's elected district attorney. Her office is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes in Lane County Circuit Court.

Divisions in the District Attorney's Office include: Criminal, Family Law (Child Support Enforcement); Juvenile; Death Investigations; and Victim Services .

Our Mission: -Strive to improve public safety and quality of life by prosecuting the guilty, protecting the innocent, securing the appropriate support for children and families, and determining the cause and manner of death in all cases of traumatic or unattended death.

Schedule: - Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

*This is an AFSCME represented position*
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in secretarial science, legal terminology and practices, office management or a related field is desirable.

Experience:
One year of general clerical and office assistance experience.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Notes:
This position is subject to a full pre-employment background check. -You must pass the pre-employment background check to move forward in the hiring process.

As a condition of employment and in accordance with Lane County policy, the incumbent of this position is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical or religious exception, prior to starting work.

Job Requirements:
Legal Secretary Classification Details
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. -All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act and would like to request an accommodation, you may request an accommodation during the online application process, or request an accommodation by contacting the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date at 541-682-3124.

Veterans' Preference
Under Oregon law, armed forces veterans may be eligible for preference in employment or promotion, if you think you qualify please submit a copy of your DD214 or 215 (long form / Member Copy-4) that reflects your honorable separation status, and if disabled, a public employment preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. These documents must be electronically attached to your online job application, at the time of submittal, to receive preference. If we do not receive the necessary information as described, we will NOT be able to grant you veteran points/preference you request.

Tobacco Free Campus Policy
The Board of County Commissioners wants to help Lane County be the healthiest county in the state. Effective October 1, 2018, any tobacco use, including vaping devices, will not be allowed inside or on the grounds of properties owned or occupied by Lane County including: All outdoor areas, parking lots, County vehicles, and personal vehicles while on County property.

Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The - 2018-2021 Strategic Plan - focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

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