State of Missouri
Legal Assistant - Central Region
State of Missouri, Jefferson City, Missouri, United States, 65109
Job Title
Legal Assistant - Central Region
Employer State of Missouri, Division of Legal Services (DLS)
Location Jefferson City, MO – Broadway State Office Building, 221 W. High Street
Job Details
Job Posting Number: 4103 8862384
Semi‑monthly salary: $1,970.39 (est.)
Annual salary: $47,289.36
Full‑time position, Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job Description Provide direct administrative and legal support to Litigation attorneys in the Central Litigation Unit of the Division of Legal Services. Assist the Department of Social Services in court cases involving permanency, reunification, guardianship, termination of parental rights, adoption, and related matters. Duties include legal research, filing documents, facilitating case management, drafting instruments, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree or two or more years’ experience providing administrative support
Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, able to work independently
Professional written, oral, and in‑person communication
Prior experience in a legal environment preferred (not required)
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive executive‑level experience in a large agency
Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
Commitment to collaborative working relationships
Benefits The State of Missouri offers a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, health insurance coverage, and a comprehensive Total Compensation Calculator for prospective employees.
Equal Opportunity Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.
Contact Information Questions: Kelsay Branson – Kelsay.Branson@dss.mo.gov
Accessibility: Courtney Hall – Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416
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Employer State of Missouri, Division of Legal Services (DLS)
Location Jefferson City, MO – Broadway State Office Building, 221 W. High Street
Job Details
Job Posting Number: 4103 8862384
Semi‑monthly salary: $1,970.39 (est.)
Annual salary: $47,289.36
Full‑time position, Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job Description Provide direct administrative and legal support to Litigation attorneys in the Central Litigation Unit of the Division of Legal Services. Assist the Department of Social Services in court cases involving permanency, reunification, guardianship, termination of parental rights, adoption, and related matters. Duties include legal research, filing documents, facilitating case management, drafting instruments, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree or two or more years’ experience providing administrative support
Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, able to work independently
Professional written, oral, and in‑person communication
Prior experience in a legal environment preferred (not required)
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive executive‑level experience in a large agency
Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
Commitment to collaborative working relationships
Benefits The State of Missouri offers a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, health insurance coverage, and a comprehensive Total Compensation Calculator for prospective employees.
Equal Opportunity Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.
Contact Information Questions: Kelsay Branson – Kelsay.Branson@dss.mo.gov
Accessibility: Courtney Hall – Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416
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