Overview
Experienced Litigation Paralegal – Any office location Jobs in Atlanta, GA at Baker Donelson
Department
Circuit Clerk
Location
Law & Justice Building
Position Type
FT Employee
Salary
Date
2025.05.13
Description
Administrative Specialist III – Circuit Clerk Civil Division
Starting Hourly Rate: $20.1534
Position Status: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Occasional overtime may be required.
Position Summary
Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible tasks involved in providing clerical support to court users. Duties include, but are not limited to, reviewing/processing electronically filed court documents; maintaining records in filing systems, databases, or spreadsheets; answering a variety of inquiries by telephone or in person. Duties/assignments are performed within established parameters and require the application of established rules and regulations. Work is reviewed by a supervisor periodically for the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of work performed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Court user support
Interacts in person, by telephone with public and attorneys
Performs calculations; receipts payments
Processing public and court paperwork
Data entry
Establishes, compiles, maintains, and retrieves specialty computer and/or hard copy files or records
Proofreading
Photocopying
Files paper documents
Performs related work, as assigned
Regular and prompt attendance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of English composition, spelling, and grammar
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to interact with the public and provide information in a polite and efficient manner, both in person and on the telephone
Ability to learn rules and procedures and to apply them correctly in varying circumstances
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information
Ability to multi-task
Skill in alphabetical and/or numerical filing
Skill in keyboarding approximately 45 words per minute
Ability to quickly and accurately make mathematical calculations
Legible handwriting
Knowledge of and experience with MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Required Qualifications
High school graduation, or possession of a GED Certificate, including or supplemented with course work in general clerical, or office procedures.
Experience (1 – 2 years) in a general clerical and/or customer service work related to the functions of the position
OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above noted knowledge, skills and abilities. Proficiency in MS Office.
Applicants may be required to complete the Circuit Clerk’s Clerical Exam and keyboarding test.
Final candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position.
The successful candidate must be able to work well with a variety of individuals; have exceptional organizational skills; be detailed oriented; be capable of working independently and meeting deadlines; be self-motivated; able to work with confidential information in an environment of security and trust.
Physical Attributes/Demands
Standing for extended periods of time. The employee is required to walk or move up to 200 feet from primary desk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
Work Environment
General indoor office environment. Operation of personal computer, phone, copier, and other general office equipment required on a frequent basis.
Benefits Package
McLean County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Medical Member Rewards Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Spending Account (DSA)
Supplemental Insurance: Life, Critical Illness and Accident
County provided Life Insurance
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension)
Paid time off: vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays
Identity Protection
Charitable Giving
Employee Assistance Program
Full salary range: $20.15 -$31.24 per hour
About McLean County Government
McLean County Government takes pride in serving our dynamic and fast-growing community. We provide a wide range of services, including public safety, criminal justice, road and bridge maintenance, animal safety and adoptions, vital records management, personal health services, food safety inspections, and park management. Our dedicated team of over 800 employees work across 25 departments to ensure the well-being and growth of our community.
To learn more about McLean County Government and career opportunities, please visit https://mcleancountyil.gov/.
How to Apply
If applying through a third party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government’s Job Board located at https://www.mcleancountyil.gov/2068/Jobs
Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request.
McLean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : Circuit Clerk
Location : 5
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Title: Experienced Litigation Paralegal – Any office location
Company: Baker Donelson
Location: Atlanta, GA
