What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEGAL CLERK III (SR-14) [1 vacancy] position at City and County of Honolulu?
The Department of the Corporation Counsel (COR) is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Clerk III to support attorneys handling litigation and other legal matters on behalf of the City. In this role, you will perform a variety of independent legal clerical duties, including preparing legal documents, maintaining case records, coordinating court activities, and assisting attorneys with case preparation. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will help ensure legal documents, filings, and case records are processed accurately and on time.
What You Will Do
Prepare and process a variety of legal documents, forms, correspondence, and related materials used in legal proceedings.
Maintain and organize case files and legal records in electronic and hard copy formats.
Track assigned cases, maintain court calendars, and coordinate deadlines and court appearances for attorneys.
File or e-file legal documents with the courts and compile materials needed for court proceedings.
Research case files and gather information needed by attorneys and legal staff.
Process claims filed against the City and prepare related correspondence and documentation.
**Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.**
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Three years of clerical experience, two of which must have been progressively responsible legal clerical work experience involving the preparation, typing and processing of a variety of legal forms and documents which required substantive knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, practices, forms and documents.
APPLICABLE SKILLS NEEDED
Familiarity with legal terminology and the format and purpose of documents used in legal proceedings
Understanding of legal processes, procedures, and the various types of court actions and filings
Experience with maintaining organized legal filing systems, case files, and records
Strong written communication, including proper grammar, spelling, and preparation of legal correspondence and documents
Experience using word processing software and computer systems to enter, update, and retrieve case information
Attention to detail when reviewing documents and extracting information from legal files and records
Clear communication when providing information to attorneys, court personnel, witnesses, and the public
Organization and time management to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
- Business school or college-level credits from an accredited college or university will substitute for experience on a month-for-month basis for the required general clerical experience.
- Relevant education and training from an accredited college or university in a legal office administration, legal assistance, legal secretary, paralegal, or law program may be used to substitute for some of the required legal clerical experience. The amount of time credited for the substitution will be dependent on the specific program you completed.
Typing proficiency of 40 or more net wpm:
This class of work requires you to type at 40 or more net words per minute. Your proficiency may be evaluated by the appointing authority as part of the selection/interview process and/or during your probationary period. Failure to meet the proficiency requirement may result in removal from the eligible list and/or termination from appointment.If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
Salary : $4,054 - $4,933