Legal Assistant - Child Support Division
Location: Papillion, Nebraska
Description: Sarpy County, NE is currently seeking to employ Legal Assistant - Child Support Division right now, this vacancy will be depute in Nebraska. Detailed specification about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. You MUST take a typing test in order for your application to be considered - click here to take the typing test now.
(PLEASE NOTE: The na! me on the typing test and application must be exactly the same. Typing scores are uploaded into the application electronically, therefore the names must be the same. If the names are not exactly the same-including middle initial if used- the upload will fail and your application will not be considered. Additionally, failure to follow instructions will exclude your application from further consideration.)
Working under the general direction of the Division Lead Attorney, Administrative Operations Manager, and Lead Operations Assistant, performs a variety of clerical, secretarial, and administrative work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, County employees, attorneys, judges, government agencies, community agencies, and the general public.
Receive, review, type and proofread for accuracy all court orders for the Child Support Referee and District Court.
Index new file! s into the State of Nebraska “Child Have a Right to Supportâ! €œ (CHARTS) computer program.
Prepare and label new files and distribute to assigned staff.
Type, proofread and assist in the updating of multiple documents for establishment of paternity, child support, health insurance and modifications of child support.
Organize, update and maintain confidential filing systems and archives â€" both computer based and physical documents.
Compile case data to acquire certified child support payment histories from State Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for use in court.
Compose, review, type and proofread a variety of correspondence, reports and other material requiring independent judgment as to accuracy and completeness.
Extract alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from paper documents, and accurately enter data into computer.
Enter, update and maintain confidential case information into the State’s CHARTS computer program.
Confirm and distribute Child Support courtroom hearing notices for ! the public.
Forward electronic copies of approved court orders to appropriate governmental agencies.
Comply with confidentiality requirements; abide by rules and sign confidentiality forms as stipulated by governmental agencies.
Assist in procuring supplies necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Greet and check in clients, answer telephone calls, and schedule and coordinate appointments.
Receive visitors, answer questions; respond to inquiries from the public, judges, and County employees; and refer to appropriate individuals as needed.
Report to work with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance. Peripheral Duties Maintain office calendars for management staff of the division. Receive, stamp, and distribute incoming mail as well as process outgoing mail.
Input information for files into appropriate systems, including but not limited to Case Management System (CMS), DHHS, and CHARTS.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience High sch! ool graduate or GED equivalent*.
Three (3) years’ work experience as a legal secretary or in a Child Support Enforcement Office.
Competent experience using MSWord, Excel, and WordPerfect at an intermediate level.
Must be able to type 40 net words per minute (nwpm).
Working knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Working knowledge of the legal system
Knowledge of, and ability to learn, specialized software and operating systems
Skill in and ability to perform duties with efficiency, thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail while managing frequent interruptions
Ability to communicate ef! fectively, in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to learn and abide by all applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
Ability to follow exacting verbal and written instructions
Ability to maintain composure and perform duties while under pressure and during stressful situations
Ability to maintain and protect confidential and sensitive information
Ability to operate standard office equipment including, but not limited to, multiline phone, computer, printer, 10-key calculator, scanner, copier, and fax
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Work is performed in an office setting during day-shift hours, however hours ma! y occasionally include evening, holidays, and call-ins. Work may be fas! t-paced when dealing with multiple clients, priorities, and time constraints. The noise level is typically moderate. Work requires some physical activity including frequent periods of sitting/remaining stationary and standing/remaining erect with occasional periods of walking/moving about, bending, reaching, and to position self (ex: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl). The incumbent must possess the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to frequently operate/manipulate equipment (use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects/tools). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Required sensory abilities include vision and hearing. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges include close, distance, and color vision as well as the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk (verbal exchange) and hear within normal ranges.
Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of education and experience, intervi! ew, reference checks, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests or checks as may be required. Disclaimer The job description is current as of the date signed. Any omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change .
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This vacancy starts available on: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 18:15:27 GMT
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