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File court documents and handle correspondence, memorandum, pleadings, law and motion, and related documents. Prepare and Serve discovery and subpoenas. Schedule hearings, meetings, depositions, conference calls, and assist with travel arrangements when necessary Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: *********************************************************************************** The pay transparency policy is available here: ******************************************************************************************** For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. ********************************************** Contents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Litigation Legal Secretary - Sacramento A highly respected and well-established California law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its Sacramento office. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a collegial, results-driven team that is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Position Overview This role provides high-level legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while managing competing priorities and strict deadlines. Professionalism, confidentiality, and strong follow-through are essential. Qualifications 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary supporting multiple attorneys Experience across various areas of law strongly preferred Knowledge of state and federal court rules and civil procedures Strong formatting and document accuracy skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal DMS/timekeeping systems (iManage, Coyote, or similar) Administrative hearing and transactional law experience a plus High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred Compensation & Benefits Hourly rate: $40.00 - $50.00, depending on experience Comprehensive health benefits 401(k) with profit-sharing contributions Supportive, inclusive, and intellectually engaging work environment

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing national litigation law firm and we are seeking an enthusiastic litigation secretary to join our Walnut Creek team. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, problem-solvers, and willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm: • Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive • Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented • Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes • Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Draft and review legal correspondence including thoroughly proofreading for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting Prepare and collect conflict of interest checks, open new files and maintain client files Maintain attorneys' calendars with hearing dates, filing deadlines, and other dates of importance Make client and client-related appointments for attorneys as necessary Professional demeanor with all Firm's clients, attorneys, staff and vendors. Including responding to messages and requests in a timely manner and performing job duties with enthusiasm and a genuine perceivable zest to be of service Familiar with state and US Federal Court Case Management/Electronic Case File (CM/ECF)/PACER system, including submission of electronic filings Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, or other similar software programs necessary to perform essential duties of the position Provide assistance to others within firm when requested based on priorities of current work-in-hand, promoting teamwork and mutual cooperation among all staff members Qualifications and Experience: Minimum two years litigation secretarial experience Experience maintaining paperless files. iManage experience a plus Knowledge of service deadlines for various litigation tasks, including familiarity of the California Code of Civil Procedure Must successfully pass a background and drug screen What we offer you Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents Work-life balance Generous PTO policy 401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution 1.5% Profit Sharing contribution Firm paid life insurance and long-term disability Employee Assistance Program Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs Regular firmwide socials and events Positive firm culture EEO Statement Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Case Coordinator / Legal Secretary - Long Term Contract 8-12 months or longer. IMMEDIATE NEED Hybrid - Needs to be local to LOS ANGELES. Will work a minimum of 3 days a week in L.A. Office. This position appoints arbitrators to arbitration cases, schedules/reschedules pre-hearing conferences and hearings, and performs a wide variety of tasks such as generating memos and correspondence, electronic filing, and setting up hearing rooms. This is skilled administrative work in which incumbents are proficient in their assigned roles; are able to independently prioritize their work; are able to handle routine matters independently and complex matters under close supervision; and are able to work under close supervision generally. Essential Job Functions: • Generates, mails and/or publishes memos to the ODR Portal, as instructed. • Receives lists of arbitrators from parties, enters rankings in database, consolidates and/or extends lists as necessary. • Properly documents reasons for arbitrator changes to case lists such as withdrawals and/or requests for removal. • Contacts arbitrators to serve on cases. Appoints and/or replaces arbitrators to cases, following established procedures. • Coordinates, schedules, and notifies parties and arbitrators in writing of the date and time of conference calls and hearings. • Coordinates and schedules telephonic conferences with service provider. • Processes requests, responses, and decisions to postpone hearings and reschedules hearings, as necessary. • Maintains electronic and physical files in accordance with established procedures. Files and/or scans correspondence promptly and prepares files for storage. • Inputs written case notes and hearing dates into case processing system. • Reserves hearing locations for off-site hearings. Reserves, prepares and recovers hearing rooms for on-site hearings and arranges for box storage. • Fulfills recording requests and downloads digital recordings. • Answers general questions from parties and arbitrators. Answers more complex questions with limited assistance. • Processes incoming emails and faxes from central inbox and case management system, as needed. • Review and process incoming Arbitrator Oaths and Orders, with limited assistance. • As assigned, determines proper composition of arbitration panel, generates list of arbitrators, reviews arbitrator information for conflicts, and eliminates arbitrators from lists, as needed, with limited assistance. • Reviews and/or processes arbitrator expense reports for submission to Finance, as needed. • Reviews vendor/hotel invoices for submission to Finance Department, as needed. • Cross-trained on Senior Case Coordinator and Case Specialist job functions, as needed. • Trains and provides guidance to staff as needed on issues of general to moderate complexity. • Serves as a role model for staff in the department. Other Responsibilities: Additional duties as required by management, including presentations.. Education/Experience Requirements: • High School and 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. • Expertise using a desktop computer with the full suite of electronic office applications and other office equipment. • Excellent organizational ability, interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communications skills

Firm: AmLaw200 Legal Executive Assistant - Patent Litigation On-site Logistics: 5 days in office for the first 60-90 days for training purposes and then the role becomes Hybrid 3 Days a week Base Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 + OT and Bonus Summary The Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) - Patent Litigation, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, supports lawyers by managing the daily functions of an attorney's practice, allowing them to concentrate on developing and sustaining their practice. Responsibilities Provides support and management of the attorney's projects ensuring deadlines are met and tasks are completed efficiently. Builds trust, resolves conflicts, and collaborates effectively with people at all levels of the organization. Drafts, proofreads, and finalizes legal documents, correspondence, and presentations on behalf of the attorney. Oversee the maintenance and organization of electronic and paper filing systems within the firm's DMS/repositories. Conducts research on behalf of the attorney and practice group. Compiles information for case preparation and executive briefings. Oversees meeting planning and coordinating with internal and external parties to ensure logistical and other critical details are in place. Ensures the attorney and meeting attendees have support and requests initiated during the meeting are managed in a timely and accurate manner. Oversees billing matters including all approval forms and collaboration correspondence, ensures prebills are processed by the appropriate team accurately and timely; serves as a proxy for attorneys to address questions or issues related to the billing process. Ensures final bills are delivered in a timely manner and initiate follow-up at the attorney's request. Manages the attorney's calendar, schedules meetings, resolves conflicts; and organizes complex travel itineraries.

A leading California law firm specializing in education law is seeking dedicated professionals to join its team. With six offices statewide, this firm provides expert legal counsel to school districts, county offices of education, and community colleges. From governance and labor negotiations to student rights and special education, its attorneys navigate complex legal challenges that shape the future of education. About the Role Provide legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys, requiring professionalism, confidentiality, and proactive problem-solving. This role demands strong organizational, time management, and communication skills to deliver exceptional service to the firm and its clients while adapting to shifting priorities. Responsibilities - Document production and file management Extensive experience with e-filing in administrative, state, and federal courts Draft, proofread and edit correspondence Client interaction/communication with clients, courts, and attorneys Knowledge of court rules and civil procedures in State and Federal jurisdictions Legal calendaring via Juralaw and other electronic court rule programs Management of multiple calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements Preparation of travel/expense reimbursements Qualifications - High school diploma or GED; Associates/ Bachelor's degree preferred In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Coyote timekeeping, and DMS (iManage) or similar software 3+ years of experience as a litigation secretary working with multiple attorneys; transactional law and administrative hearing knowledge is a plus Benefits: Provides a supportive and intellectually engaging work environment, comprehensive health insurance benefits, and a 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions.

Pay Rate and Benefits: $80,000 to $105,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc. Position Type: Full-time, Direct Hire, Onsite LHH is currently seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join large firm in Irvine, CA. As a Civil Litigation Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team in handling civil litigation matters. This position requires excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals in civil litigation matters. Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence. Maintain and organize case files, documents, and records. Manage court deadlines and assist in calculating pre-trial dates. Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances. Conduct legal research and gather relevant information from various sources. Assist with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts. Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of prior experience as a civil litigation secretary, supporting litigators in civil defense. Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures. Proficiency in court deadlines and calculating pre-trial dates accurately. Experience with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to ******************************************* The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

IP Litigation Paralegal New York, NY, Washington, DC or San Francisco, CA Litigation Paralegals have the technical skill and professional maturity to operate independently with minimal guidance from attorneys and primarily responsible for providing support during all phases of the litigation lifecycle. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsibilities • Provide case management for patent litigation in federal district courts, appeals before the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and actions before the U.S. International Trade Commission and Patent Trial and Appeal Board • Manage paper and electronic discovery process for all phases of discovery and trial preparation, including coordination of electronic and paper discovery, patent file histories, depositions, transcripts, and trial support for large-scale productions and reviews. • Prepare for and attend depositions and trial, including coordinating logistics, and preparing witness files and exhibits • Work with Litigation Support & E-Discovery Services and vendors on e-discovery and electronic productions, including assisting in the creation and management electronic databases, including loading, culling, searching, reviewing, tagging, coding, and generating productions and privilege logs • Draft certain motions and pleadings • Bluebook/Cite check, proofread, and assemble exhibits related to filing • Electronically file briefs or coordinate filing with Firm's Managing Clerk or other designated personnel trained to e-file • Coordinate service of process and courtesy copies • Train and mentor junior paralegals Skills & Experience • Bachelor's Degree • 5+ years of IP Litigation experience having helped managed and supervised with all facets of litigating Section 337 matters before the U.S. International Trade Commission Compensation $100,000.00-$150,000.00, plus overtime and bonus #LI-Hybrid

A growing boutique immigration law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join its team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm during a period of growth and play a meaningful role in supporting its continued success. The ideal candidate will assist with a variety of matters, serve as a point of contact for clients, and help ensure cases are managed efficiently and accurately throughout the process. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate a caseload of matters from intake through completion Track deadlines and maintain accurate case records and documentation Collaborate with attorneys to support case strategy and preparation Assist with the preparation, review, and filing of immigration petitions and supporting materials Monitor case progress, filings, and correspondence with government agencies Maintain organized digital and physical case files Provide administrative and client support as needed Support team workflows and assist with task coordination to ensure efficiency and quality Submit and track filings, monitor receipt notices and adjudication progress, and follow up on case statuses and related correspondence Assist with post-filing case processing, including tracking RFEs, compiling response materials, monitoring validity periods, and updating internal systems Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of case processing experience Proficiency in INSZoom or similar case management software Strong organizational, communication, and deadline-management skills Experience providing guidance or oversight to junior staff is a plus Foreign language proficiency preferred, but not required We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. California applicants, please view our Privacy Notice here: https://careergroupcompanies.com/california-privacy-notice/. You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early.

Join a Premier Beverly Hills Family Law Team as a Paralegal! We are recruiting for a leading family law firm in Beverly Hills, renowned for its empathetic approach to legal advocacy and its steadfast commitment to excellence. This well renowned firm is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a team that values professional growth, outstanding client service, and offers a supportive and nurturing work environment. Why This Firm? Exceptional Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 5% 401(k) match, 10-12 paid holidays, and sick time to support your health and well-being, disability insurance, life insurance, paid sabbatical leave, and more. Supportive Work Environment: You will be part of a team that fosters a positive and encouraging atmosphere, enabling everyone to thrive. Professional Development: Paralegals are mentored from day one, ensuring that your career and professional skills improve. The firm prides itself on creating an environment that promotes both professional and personal growth by working in a team structure to ensure productive collaboration. Job Details: Schedule: full-time Location: Beverly Hills, CA Key Responsibilities: Prepare files and trial materials to ensure seamless legal proceedings. File and serve legal documents, ensuring attention to detail and meeting all deadlines. Manage administrative tasks such as calendaring deadlines, organizing client files, and managing the court calendar to maintain impeccable records. Coordinate with clients to collect necessary documentation and meet their needs efficiently. Organize file storage to support the firm's operational excellence. Additional duties include conducting legal research, managing correspondence, and facilitating communication between attorneys, clients, and court officials. Assist in legal drafting. What We're Looking For: 1+ years of experience in family law A motivated individual with a strong interest in family law and a commitment to excellence. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A tech-savvy professional who is eager to work in a firm that leverages technology to enhance legal services. Previous experience in a legal setting, particularly in family law, is required. Take the Next Step: If you're ready to advance your career with a leading law firm that prioritizes your development and well-being, this firm is the perfect place for you. Apply now to become part of a team where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is guaranteed.

The Capital Law Firm, P.C. is a high-performing, rapidly scaling personal injury law firm built on speed, precision, innovation, and world-class client service. We leverage modern technology to power our legal operations, streamline communication, and deliver the best client experience in the industry. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Legal Technology and Workflow Manager to lead the configuration, optimization, and evolution of our core technology platforms. This role will be responsible for advancing our firm's use of FileVine, HubSpot, AirCall, and related systems through thoughtful automation, scalable workflows, and forward-looking process design. The ideal candidate brings deep operational understanding of how a growing, mid-sized law firm functions and has the technical and strategic mindset to move systems from functional to exceptional. Key Responsibilities Own the configuration, administration, and continuous improvement of FileVine as the firm's primary case management platform Lead system integrations across CRM, communications, and internal workflow tools including HubSpot and AirCall Design and implement automation strategies that improve efficiency across intake, case management, client communication, and reporting Partner with firm leadership, operations, and department leaders to translate business needs into scalable system solutions Evaluate current processes and recommend enhancements that support growth, accuracy, and consistency Serve as the subject matter expert for system logic, permissions, workflows, and data governance Develop documentation, training materials, and change-management strategies to ensure adoption and long-term success Stay informed on legal technology trends and proactively introduce solutions that strengthen firm operations Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal operations, legal technology, or systems administration within a law firm environment Prior experience in a personal injury firm strongly preferred Hands-on experience with FileVine required Experience working with HubSpot, AirCall, or comparable CRM and communication platforms Demonstrated understanding of the operational flow of a mid-sized law firm, from intake through resolution Strong ability to translate business needs into technical solutions Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven with a strategic mindset Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across technical and non-technical teams Preferred Experience Experience leading system implementations, migrations, or major workflow redesigns Background in legal operations, IT, or process improvement Familiarity with automation tools, integrations, or API-based workflows Experience supporting growth-stage organizations Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Pet insurance Disability insurance 10 to 20 days of PTO based on seniority 14 Paid Holidays Referral program Why Join Us This role plays a critical part in how our firm scales. Legal Technology and Workflow Manager will not simply maintain systems but will actively shape how we operate, collaborate, and deliver results. This is an opportunity to build infrastructure that supports long-term growth while working alongside leadership in a forward-thinking environment. The Capital Law Firm, P.C., is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, termination, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, as well as disciplinary action. The Capital Law Firm, P.C., makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Ash & Harris Executive Search is looking for a Litigation Legal Secretary Our client, a highly respected, full-service California law firm, seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to provide comprehensive support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment handling meaningful legal work for long-standing clients. Key Responsibilities: Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and emails. Prepare exhibits and assemble filings for court, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions. Manage attorney calendars, track critical deadlines, and schedule meetings, hearings, and travel. Handle document management using iManage and other firm systems. Respond professionally and promptly to client and internal inquiries. Requirements: Education: High School Diploma (required) Experiences: 4+ years of prior experience as a litigation legal secretary is mandatory. Other: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with document management software (e.g., iManage). Typing speed of at least 70 words per minute. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced legal environment. Compensation and Benefits: Salary: $80,000 - $92,000 Per Year Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan. Schedule: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site (five days a week at the Sausalito, Cerritos, or Pleasanton office)

We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Lodi, California. As part of a long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys with civil litigation tasks, including insurance defense. This role requires someone who is meticulous, adept at managing deadlines, preparing legal documents, and maintaining accurate schedules using manual calendaring. Responsibilities: - Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision. - Manage legal calendars, ensuring deadlines for State and Federal filings are met. - Coordinate depositions, meetings, and appointments for attorneys. - Transcribe dictation and type legal correspondence and documentation. - Handle subpoena requests for medical and business records. - Monitor upcoming deadlines and remind attorneys of key tasks and commitments. - Conduct e-filing and manage court filings in compliance with local rules. - Maintain organization and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced legal environment. - Support attorneys with civil litigation processes, including insurance defense. Requirements - Minimum of three years of experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant. - Strong knowledge of State and Federal filing deadlines and local court rules. - Proficiency in legal calendaring and manual calendar management. - Experience with e-filing and court filing systems. - Ability to transcribe dictation accurately and efficiently. - Familiarity with preparing motions and other civil litigation documents. - Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments. - Self-starter who can work independently with limited supervision. Call 209-279.5269 once you have completed online application TalentMatch Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

DEFINITION OPEN/ PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt To be accepted, the typing certificatemust specify the following: * Applicant's full name printed on certificate * 5-minute timed evaluation (only 5-minute tests will be accepted) * Minimum of 60 net words per minute * Date of exam (Must be within two years or less from the final filing date) * Number of typing errors or accuracy rate * Name of online testing agency/website The City Attorney's Office is seeking a well-qualified individual to fill a vacant legal secretary position to handle the advisory matters for the City, including: general civil litigation matters, code enforcement matters, and municipal code violations. The ideal candidate for this position possesses general legal secretary experience. The Legal Secretary will work in the Office of the City Attorney. The Office of the City Attorney provides legal services and advice to the City Council, officials, boards, commissions, and departments regarding legal and regulatory matters of concern to the City and its operations. The incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30am - 5:30pm Monday through Thursday; 8:00am - 5:00pm Fridays, with every other Friday off. This is an At-Will (Unclassified) position and is not represented by a bargaining unit. Only those candidates deemed best qualified will be placed on the eligible list. (Applicants who fail to submit a typing certificate and fully complete the on-line application/supplemental questionnaire will be subject to rejection.) These lists may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates may be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a drug screen. Under general supervision, performs a variety of confidential, complex, and specialized clerical, secretarial, and paraprofessional duties in the City Attorney's Office; relieves administrators of routine legal clerical duties; and performs related work as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Legal Secretary- This class performs a full range of legal secretarial work and office administrative services for professional legal staff. Incumbents apply technical legal secretarial skills with only occasional instruction or assistance while exercising judgment and discretion in the performance of duties. Work is typically reviewed only on completion. The Legal Secretary is distinguished from the Paralegal in that it is responsible for the legal secretarial and office administration assistance to the City Attorney and associated legal staff. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) * Performs difficult, complex and/or confidential legal office support work, which may require the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills, or knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the Law Department. * Assists attorneys in the preparation of motions and discovery; intake of new cases; calendaring; scheduling of hearings, trials, and depositions; and copy and service (by mail and otherwise) of pleadings and discovery documents. * Prepares, indexes, and files legal documents by researching and assembling information from a variety of sources (e.g., statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes) to prepare legal documents (e.g., briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and affidavits); * Types and transcribes a variety of correspondence and legal documents including: reports, forms, court pleadings, and other specialized documents (e.g., appellate briefs) from drafts, notes, resolutions, ordinances, legal opinions, contracts, briefs, leases, and agreements using a personal computer. * Proofreads and checks legal documents and other materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and regulations; and checks legal cites for accuracy ensuring conformity with California Style Manualand/or The Bluebookguidelines. * Maintains and organizes litigation and other departmental files including the copying, filing, and maintenance of individual case files and attends to a variety of law office administrative details. * Acts as receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call. * Arranges meetings by notifying participants and reserving rooms. * Provides information to the public or City staff as required that may necessitate the use of independent judgment and the interpretation of policies, rules, or procedures. * Assists with various tasks including compiling information and data for statistical and financial reports; maintaining a variety of records; checking and tabulating data; preparing simple statistical reports. * Operates standard office equipment and various computer applications. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Possession of a high school diploma or GED and three (3) years of secretarial experience in a law office within the last five (5) years performing increasingly responsible and complex clerical work, including: preparations of various pleadings, motions, discoveries, and calendaring. College or business school course work in law office administration is desirable. Must possess a valid (two years old or less) typing certificate for at least 60 net words per minute from a recognized organization. Other Requirements: * Possession, or ability to obtain a valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: * Legal Research and case review; * Standard legal references, legal terminology, forms, and documents used in legal clerical work; * English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing; * Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment; * Civil Procedure, law and motion rules; * Structure of the California Court System and local, state, and federal rules of court; * Various computer software such as: Excel, Microsoft Word, and Power Point; * Municipal legal procedures and practices involved in composing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents; * Municipal organization and local governmental agencies; * Function of civil discovery and preparation of discovery documents; and * California Style Manual and The Bluebook. Skill in: * Use of Lexis/Nexis and similar legal research programs; * Writing Legal Memorandum; * Organizing files, including exhibits for trial; * Preparing Trial Notebooks; * Effective Communication with outside entities; * Remaining abreast of current industry practice through continuing legal education courses; and * Researching information from print and internet-based resources. Physical/Mental Abilities: * Mobility - Constant sitting for long periods of time while operating a keyboard; occasional walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling; * Lifting - Occasional lifting of 10 pounds or less; * Vision - Constant use of overall visual capabilities; frequent need for use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work; * Dexterity - Frequent holding, grasping, typing, repetitive motion and writing; * Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone; Occasionally speaking in front of large groups of people; * Special Requirements - May require occasional weekend or evening work; * Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration, decision making and public contact; occasional ability to exercise sound judgment, especially under stressful situations; and working alone; * Environmental Conditions - Occasional exposure to noise; and * Working Conditions - Primarily performed in an office environment which is typically moderately quiet, but may be loud at times and at some locations. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible. Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be considered for this career opportunity.Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and only the most qualified applicants will be referred to the City Attorney's Office. 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A legal secretary assists lawyers and other legal personnel with regard to various administrative details, coordinates and maintains effective office procedures and efficient work flow; follows policies and procedures set by the Firm; establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with all personnel, clients, vendors and guests of the Firm. Duties and Responsibilities * Types, formats, edits and finalizes documents, including correspondence, memoranda and standard legal documents for both transactional and litigation clients, in accordance with the Firm's document formatting standards using standard computer software specific to the legal industry. * Aid other Secretaries within assigned teams whenever necessary to meet Firm and client needs; organize and prioritize workload for maximum efficiency and facilitation of Firm and client goals. Foster professional, cooperative and supportive relationships with peers, superiors, and clients. * Manages multiple lawyer-assignments and organizes clerical functions and work flow to meet administrative and client needs. * Manages the onboarding of new clients from the processing of conflicts to the assignment of billing information. Works with various Firm departments and resources to complete engagement processes in an expedited and accurate manner. * Enters, proofreads and posts lawyers' time entries. Works to ensure time entries are in compliance with client billing requirements and to ensure timeliness of entries in compliance with Firm policy. * Coordinates travel arrangements, including air, hotel and ground transportation for lawyers and clients. Processes lawyers' travel expenses. * Proofreads all documents, correspondence, etc., to ensure accuracy of copy, grammar, punctuation and syntax. Checks to ensure accuracy of jobs sent to duplicating service. * Receives, screens telephone calls, conference calls and messages to lawyers, clients and staff (as directed from assignments). Works with various audio and video software to calendar and create calls on behalf of assignments. * Promptly processes incoming and outgoing mail and distributes upon receipt (as directed from assignments). * Coordinates conferences, meetings and appointments for lawyers and clients both in person and via remote options. As required, schedules conference rooms and food service using specific Firm software and procedures. * Maintains calendars, contacts and client information through specific Firm software and procedures. * Works with other Firm departments and resources to coordinate and complete tasks as necessary for the management of multiple responsibilities and assignments. * Coordinates client billing with billing services (as directed from assignments). * Maintains a safe and unobstructed work area, including a neat and well-organized desk. Demonstrates safe work practices. * Maintains accuracy of electronic and hardcopy client files on a daily basis through both the Firm's document management system and various electronic repositories for client materials in accordance with standards set by Records Management Center. * Performs other work related duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictate. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits. Target Salary Range $90,000 - $105,000, if located in California Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email ************************** (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * Five or more years of related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), legal terminology and formats (legal documents). * Types accurately at a minimum of 60 wpm * Thorough working knowledge of other applications (NetDocs, Adobe Pro, InTapp Time, Emburse) * Experience with collaborating with support staff Other Skills and Abilities: The following will also be required of the successful candidate: * Strong organizational skills * Strong attention to detail * Good judgment * Strong interpersonal communication skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others * Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion * Able to work under pressure * Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-HM1

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: * Serves as secretary to department head or staff attorneys. * Receives case referrals from courts and District Attorney's office and refers to appropriate attorneys. * Prepares affidavits, petitions, complaints, warrants, motions, points and authorities, contracts, and abstracts of judgments. * Composes routine legal documents as directed. * Transcribes notes for letter, case files, criminal complaints, reports; opens, sorts, and distributes mail. * May assist with the preparation of grant proposals and monitoring of grant programs. * May prepare and submit annual and quarterly staffing, expenditures, funding, and status reports. * May assign and review the work of subordinate clerical personnel. Experience: Three (3) years of secretarial experience, including at least two (2) years of legal, stenographic and clerical experience. (College course-work in the field of legal para-professional training may substitute for two years of required experience on a year for year basis.) Typing: Type at a corrected rate of 50 words per minute from clear copy. * Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. * Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. * Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses. * Establish, implement, and achieve goals and objectives. * Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations. * Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. * Operate a personal computer and other office equipment. * Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception. * Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects. * Frequent use of hand-eye coordination. * Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion. * Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. * Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping. * Frequently sit for long periods of time. * Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: * Legal office methods and procedures. * Legal terminology, phraseology, documents, and forms. * Correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation. * Modern office methods and practices, including filing systems and business correspondence. * Operation of a personal computer and other office equipment and machines. * Basic accounting procedures. Ability to: * Perform difficult and complex legal and secretarial work with speed and accuracy. * Identify, use, and prepare a wide variety of legal forms and documents. * Function under minimal supervising, exercising sound judgment in making independent decisions. * Understand and follow court calendar procedures. * Effectively represent an official or attorney in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and poise. * Gather and organize information, preparing a variety of reports. * Interpret and apply laws, rules, and written and oral directions to specific situations. * Use good judgment in recognizing the scope and limit of authority delegated. * Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others.

WHO WE ARE: California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is an anti-poverty law firm that dismantles unjust systems through community lawyering in California's historically rural areas. We work with people priced out of private legal representation so they can uphold civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through our 17 Rural Justice Centers, communities can access a broad range of legal tools, including direct legal services, place-based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions, and specialized litigation to advance civil rights. Position: Legal Secretary Experience: 1 + years of experience as a Legal Secretary or equivalent experience providing administrative support Application Deadline: Open until filled Location: Hybrid from any listed office Other: FLSA Non-Exempt, Union Position, Full-Time This position will support CRLA's employment law practice area, which advocates for the rights of low-wage workers in rural communities. Duties and Responsibilities: Drafts a variety of legal correspondence, forms, petitions, pleadings, motions, and discovery and informational material. Types, reviews, and independently composes outgoing correspondence to ensure all legal documents/enclosures are in proper processing order and that correspondence is grammatically correct. Files documents with the court and stay updated with changes in local court rules and procedural requirements for litigation. Maintains records relating to legal matters in process and ensures that legal requirements and deadlines are met. Performs various responsible secretarial duties such as setting up and/or maintaining filing systems and appointment calendars, answering inquiries over the phone or in person, and managing secretarial and administrative details with minimum direction. Operates a variety of office machines. Input case and project information into CMS, including time records, calendaring, and other information as directed. Provides support to and works closely with the CEI Administrative Legal Secretary as needed. Assists with library maintenance. Performs other normal law office duties as assigned. Qualifications: At least one year of legal secretarial experience or equivalent. Type 55-60 w.p.m. Knowledge of computer software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Windows. WordPerfect, Microsoft Office Suite, Table of Authorities, Internet & email skills. Ability to learn data entry and correctly enter information into CRLA's case management system. Knowledge of or ability to learn and obtain proficiency in all office equipment functions such as copiers, fax, and scanners. Ability to work collaboratively with all CRLA staff, clients, and community organizations. Ability to maintain client confidentiality at all times. Bilingual (English & Spanish). Preferred Education and Experience--A highly qualified and desirable candidate would also have the following: Experience working with low-income families and communities. Experience in a non-profit legal services environment. Prior experience in legal services. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: We offer a diverse, family-friendly environment and compensation based on competitive public interest salaries; generous benefits package which includes 100% employer-covered medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance for employees and up to 50% for dependents coverage; and 401K retirement plan with CRLA contribution effective immediately. Generous paid leave policy which includes; 15 days of sick leave, 12 days of wellness day off, 15 holidays each year, and vacation ( accrue 15 days for the first year of service and 20 days after one year of service at CRLA ). This is a union position (Legal Service Workers for Rural California "LSWRC" ), and the estimated starting hourly range for this position is $22.56 - $34.41 ( placement in the range is primarily determined by years of related experience ). The employee may qualify for a multilingual differential pay of $70 for oral and $50 for written, on a pay period basis. CRLA requires that all employees are Fully Vaccinated, defined as a CDC-approved COVID vaccination and one booster shot. This offer is contingent on meeting this requirement. The complete vaccination policy, including the process for reasonable allowable accommodations, is available for your review upon request. APPLICATION: CRLA invites all applicants to submit their resume and in their cover letter a statement about how their unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice. California Rural Legal Assistance thrives on our diversity and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy with the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES * Performs highly advanced secretarial support duties, usually for a department head or executive with responsibility for a large department or division; acts as a liaison between the manager(s) and staff and may represent management in highly sensitive and confidential situations; develops and recommends complex procedures applicable to areas of assignment; develops and implements systems for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned operations; monitors deadlines and calendars as assigned and develops/maintains control and tracking systems; arranges and coordinates complex meetings, seminars or classes; arranges for travel transportation; may coordinate and/or perform clerical/technical aspects of budget administration. * Receives and screens visitors and calls, using a very high degree of judgment in their disposition; interprets and explains specialized and complex information regarding established rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical office operations to managers, patients, clients, outside agencies and others; researches difficult and complex issues; obtains information from managers, staff, patients, clients, and others; identifies and seeks to meet customer needs, maintaining tact and diplomacy and using good judgment regarding sensitive/confidential matters; provides customer service in a calm, helpful and effective manner. * Relieves superior of very complex quasi-administrative/analytical duties in areas such as personnel management, payroll, purchasing, inventory, systems maintenance and/or similar functions; gathers, analyzes and maintains specialized and complex information related to office administrative operations, including administration of the budget; reviews and analyzes complex legal, custody, health care and other administrative records to identify needed information; researches, compiles, maintains and processes statistical, financial and/or other numerical data to support highly specialized office functions; may perform highly-advanced clerical accounting duties. * Prepares a variety of difficult and complex reports, letters, resolutions and other documents with substantial independence, utilizing a highly advanced knowledge of specialized subject matter; develops and maintains complex spreadsheets and databases, either by hand or computer; maintains data and develops reports for budget and other purposes. * Develops and maintains specialized filing systems, including coding and indexing various records and/or legal documents; prepares master lists and control files. * Applies internal and external laws, regulations, ordinances and policies as they relate to assigned responsibilities; may produce and/or issue complex documents and complete complex forms for the purpose of documenting specialized program-related information. * As an incidental duty, may perform second-level supervision over a small group of clerical and/or technical employees; provides training as assigned; develops, organizes and distributes training materials as appropriate. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: Two years at a level comparable or higher to Office Secretary in San Joaquin County service that included significant responsibility for performing management secretarial duties. Or II Experience: Six years of general clerical, secretarial and/or office technical work, including at least two years with primary responsibility for performing management secretarial duties. Substitutions: a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter credit units at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or c) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration, human resources management, labor relations, accounting, or a related field may substitute for the four years on non- secretarial experience required above. And Certificates: If required by the nature of the assignment: 1) possession of acceptable typing/keyboarding or other certification of ability to input data at the rate of 45 words per minute; and/or 2) possession of an acceptable proficiency certificate in one or more computer software programs. Special Requirement: Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the assignment, demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Highly advanced secretarial and other office practices and procedures; advanced principles and practices of prioritizing, planning and organizing work; advanced clerical practices related to personnel management, payroll, labor relations, purchasing, inventory control, clerical accounting, and systems development/maintenance; advanced clerical methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data; standard analytical principles and processes; personal computer systems and general office computer software; public relations techniques; advanced interviewing techniques; advanced filing and record keeping systems; complex correspondence and report formats; advanced clerical accounting methods and practices; principles of training and supervision. ABILITY Provide a full range of secretarial duties to support managers and/or other high-level staff; perform quasi-administrative/analytical work related to various specialized office activities; research, interpret, and apply complex laws/regulations, court orders, program policies/procedures, and third-party rules/requirements related to areas such as personnel management, payroll, labor relations, purchasing, inventory control, clerical accounting and systems development/maintenance; evaluate and establish priorities; gather, organize, input and maintain complex information, including financial or program-specific data; provide/obtain detailed information to/from others as appropriate, including confidential and/or otherwise sensitive information; utilize advanced office procedures and equipment; follow complex oral and written procedures and directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, even in difficult situations; communicate effectively with others; write clearly and legibly; perform advanced arithmetical operations; lead or supervise others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting-Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual-Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological-Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements-Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org). Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance: San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance: The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at ************* under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan: Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at ************** for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation: The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation: Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays: Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appropriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Educational Reimbursement Program: Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: * Written Exam: The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Oral Exam: The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Online Written Exams: Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: * Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once * Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only * A steady internet connection is highly recommended * The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected * Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at ************* for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at ************** prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points: Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: * September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 * June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 * August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 * Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. * Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. * Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; * They are related to the Appointing Authority or * The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Please be advised that Human Resources will only be accepting Online Application submittals for this recruitment. Paper application submittals will not be considered or accepted. Apply Online: *************/department/hr Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: ************** Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at **************. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources Division before the submission deadline. Resumes and paper applications will not be accepted in lieu of an online application. (The County assumes no responsibility for online applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division). San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to *************/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Livingston Union School District See attachment on original job posting * Note for Current LUSD Employees:ONLY Current employees do not need to complete all sections of the application. Please only complete Personal Information, About You, Extracurricular Activities and Questions, and Legal Questions sections. You may disregard, Education & Professional Preparation, and Work Experience (if not applicable). MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *Graduation from high school or equivalent with some office skills or office administration classes, computer literate, and must pass the district's written and computer examination. *One year's experience working as a secretary. *Able to type from clear copy at a net rate of 45 WPM and understand and implement oral and written directions. *Knowledge of modern office methods and practices, good telephone techniques, English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; proper formats for business forms, letters and reports; computers and standard office machines. *Able to communicate and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. *Bilingual preferred. * Please use a valid email address as all applicants will be contacted via email. Please carefully review the attached for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements will be considered to interviews. PLEASE NOTE: Only those applicants selected by the committee to move forward to testing will be contacted. Refer to the job posting for a list of required skills or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting. * Note for Current LUSD Employees:ONLY Current employees do not need to complete all sections of the application. Please only complete Personal Information, About You, Extracurricular Activities and Questions, and Legal Questions sections. You may disregard, Education & Professional Preparation, and Work Experience (if not applicable). MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *Graduation from high school or equivalent with some office skills or office administration classes, computer literate, and must pass the district's written and computer examination. *One year's experience working as a secretary. *Able to type from clear copy at a net rate of 45 WPM and understand and implement oral and written directions. *Knowledge of modern office methods and practices, good telephone techniques, English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; proper formats for business forms, letters and reports; computers and standard office machines. *Able to communicate and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. *Bilingual preferred. * Please use a valid email address as all applicants will be contacted via email. Please carefully review the attached for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements will be considered to interviews. PLEASE NOTE: Only those applicants selected by the committee to move forward to testing will be contacted. Comments and Other Information SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. All candidates will be notified via email following the final selection. PREVENT YOUR APPLICATION FROM BEING DISQUALIFIED: Screening is based on information provided on the application. Read the position announcement carefully including the requirements for applying!! Complete the application THOROUGHLY and be specific. AVOID using "varies", "on-call", "see resume" or similar, vague language. Give DETAILED INFORMATION. Carefully review the attached job description for minimum qualifications. Submit all required, additional documents as specified in order for your application to be considered. FOR ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR ED-JOIN APPLICATION: If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at **************, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Non-Discrimination Statement: LUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in all district programs, activities and employment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race, or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, breastfeeding, marital or parental status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any programs or activities it conducts. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the District Superintendent and/or Title IX Compliance Officer, Maria Torres-Perez at ************** or **************************. The district's policies and procedures regarding Nondiscrimination in Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Uniform Complaint Policy/Forms are available upon request.