Legal Assistant - DOPL

Description

Legal Assistant

This position is open until filled. The hiring managers are continuously considering applications for this position. This job announcement will close if the position is filled. 

 About the Agency: The Division of Professional and Occupational licenses provides consumer protection and public safety through its regulation of more than 204,000 licensees within more than 45 Boards and Commissions here in the great State of Idaho. To learn more about the Agency, please visit our website at: dopl.idaho.gov. 

About the Position: This Legal Assistant position is a great opportunity for a professional who's looking to provide consumer protection and public safety for all Idahoans. 

Example of Duties:

Primary duties include supporting attorneys by preparing, proofreading, and filing documents in Idaho’s state and federal courts; managing attorney calendars and deadlines; preparing documents; assisting with supporting Board meetings and public hearings; maintaining case files and other records; and completing any other administrative task that furthers the goals of the Division.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of legal research methods; the court system and procedures; legal ethics. 

Experience: interpreting and analyzing judicial decisions and statutes; identifying and preparing appropriate legal documents; applying facts to case law in analysis and briefs; drafting legal documents and related correspondence; using a tickler system and tracking documents on a computerized database.

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION! 

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. 

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• 11 paid holidays per year 
• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.00/month for dental 
• Paid parental leave
• Multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
• Basic life insurance for employee and family 
• Wellness programs 
• Ongoing training opportunities 
• An opportunity for student loan forgiveness & Tuition Reimbursement

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.