What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOC Secretary (Full-Time) position at Lenawee County, MI?
Department
Friend of the Court
Location
425 N. Main St., Adrian MI
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$16.57 an hour
Requisition
2026_October22
Open Date
10/22/2026
Close Date
Description
General Statement of Duties
:
Under general supervision, performs secretarial functions for the Friend of the Court; and related work as required.
Supervision Received:
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Executive Legal Secretary.
Supervision Exercised
:
None.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: These examples do not include all of the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.
Schedule referee and intake appointments.
Type, post, and distribute referee dockets.
Type and maintain legal and confidential material, including letters, reports, records, and forms.
Prepare, process, and mail all paperwork associated with intake and referee proceedings.
Provide information and assistance to attorneys, clients, members of the public, and court staff regarding Friend of the Court policy and procedure.
Compile statistical data and prepare reports as assigned.
Answer telephone.
Cover front window duties during breaks, lunch, and paid leave of the front window staff.
Accurately input information regarding cases into the MiCSES and JIS case management systems.
Receive, send, sort, and file correspondence, records, orders, and other paperwork.
Operate standard office equipment such as a computer, printer, copy machine, fax and paper shredder.
Successfully complete all required training as directed.
Pull files as directed.
File paperwork in files as directed and maintain files.
May coordinate and prepare notices of meetings.
May take and receipt payments.
May open, sort, and distribute mail.
Perform related work as required.
Desirable Education, Experience and/or Qualifications
:
An employee in this class, upon appointment should have the equivalent of the following training, qualifications and/or experience.
Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent with office skills course work, secretarial experience in the legal field is preferred.
Two (2) years of secretarial experience in a court or a closely related legal setting.
Computer skills are necessary to effectively utilize word processing, spreadsheet and accounting software systems and the ability to be trained on a specific software program.
Ability to qualify as a notary.
Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
Ability to pass a background check and consent to fingerprinting.
Skill in the use of operating a computer, telephone, fax machine, printer, copy machine, and other office equipment at required.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with other employees and the general public.
Working Conditions and Physical Abilities:
Work is primarily indoors and requires sitting for extended periods.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to hear and speak over the phone and in one-on-one communication needs.
Must be able to see, hear and speak effectively and without limitations.
Must be able to stand or sit in one spot for long periods of time, moving arms, hands, back and entire body.
Must be able to reach, bend, or squat to access files.
Must be able to see and notice the needs of clients.
Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Department: Friend of the Court
Position #: 33060
Overtime Exempt: No
Union: Non-Union/Full-Time (37.50 hours per week, 1,950 hours per year)
Pay Grade: (Starting hourly rate listed on the posting)
Work Location: Rex B. Martin Judicual Building, 425 N. Main Street, Adrian, MI
Position #: 33060
Overtime Exempt: No
Union: Non-Union/Full-Time (37.50 hours per week, 1,950 hours per year)
Pay Grade: (Starting hourly rate listed on the posting)
Work Location: Rex B. Martin Judicual Building, 425 N. Main Street, Adrian, MI
Fringe benefits include:
- Health Insurance - Eligible employees have an option between five (5) Simply Blue health plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Employee premium requirements vary by plan type
- Dental Insurance - Delta Dental of Michigan. Employer paid premium
- Vision Insurance - Optional. Employee and Employer split monthly premium 50%/50%
- Life Insurance - Employer paid premium
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment - Employer paid premium
- Short Term Disability - Employer paid premium
- Long Term Disability - Employer paid premium
- Defined Contribution 401(a) Money Purchase Plan - Mandatory participation 5% employee / 5% employer funded.
- Accumulated paid leave
- Various holidays
Additional employment information may be found at
https://www.lenawee.mi.us/303/Human-Resources
LENAWEE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Exempt : No
Type : Full-Time
Department : Friend of the Court
Location : Rex B. Martin Judicial Building
Work from Home : No
Salary : $17