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LRS Architects, Inc

Legal Secretary (Alexandria)

LRS Architects, Inc, Houma, Louisiana, us, 70361

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About This Job The Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General Liz Murrill, is seeking applications for a Legal Secretary in the Litigation Division. Salary offered will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.

The position will be domiciled in Alexandria, Louisiana, Rapides Parish. This is a continuous announcement; therefore, applications will be reviewed as received. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check, drug testing, and reference verifications.

Application Process To Apply: Click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which may be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants may check the status of their application at any time by selecting the "Application Status" link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their meanings:

Application Received – Your application has been submitted successfully.

Evaluating Experience – Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Eligible for Consideration – You are among a group of applicants who may be selected for this position.

Referred to the Hiring Manager for Review – Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview.

Position Filled – Someone has been selected for the position.

Position Canceled – The agency has decided not to fill the position.

Resumes will be accepted as an attachment to your application; however, all relevant education and experience must be included at the time you apply. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your online application. Transcripts may be faxed to (225) 326-6795.

Contact Abby-Grace Zeigler

HR Generalist

zeiglerA@ag.louisiana.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Louisiana is a State as a Model (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver’s license.

Exercises tact and good judgment.

Possesses high professional and personal ethics and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

Effective command of the English language, both spoken and written.

Excellent time management and critical thinking skills; able to prioritize tasks and assignments.

Familiarity with and ability to use email, calendar, word processing, databases, and other standard computer software, including the ability to learn new programs or software.

Job Duties

Perform recurring duties independently.

Organize and maintain paper and electronic records.

Maintain administrative records for time, travel, and expenses.

Schedule and create calendar invites for meetings, hearings, and other appearances.

Perform legal secretarial duties for assigned attorneys.

Assist in the preparation of pleadings, memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.

Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and other materials.

Ensure all documents and records are accurately mailed, submitted, and/or forwarded to the appropriate party.

Maintain case files for assigned attorneys.

Prepare materials needed for meetings, hearings, or trials.

other administrative data on behalf of assigned attorneys.

Serve as time administrator for the subject matter section located in the designated office.

Perform other support efforts as needed.

Report to assigned job location timely.

Perform such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the assigned attorney, supervisor, Deputy Director, or Director.

Benefits Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

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