Hancock County Government is seeking full-time Legal Secretary III to fill a vacancy in the Hancock County District Attorney’s Office.

The Legal Secretary III is responsible for answering incoming phone calls, working with the general public to answer questions and accept payments for fees, maintaining and organizing files and copying discovery and other documents as necessary.

Qualified Candidates must have good time management skills, attention to detail, the ability to work as part of a team and a knowledge of general computer programs. Previous Paralegal experience is preferred, but not required. Training will be provided.

The starting rate of pay for the Legal Secretary position is $ 17.57 and additional compensation may be given consideration with relevant experience.

Upon hire and periodically thereafter, must comply with Hancock County background check requirements.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Hancock County provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Hancock County is a tobacco and smoke free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Ellsworth, ME 04605: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person