Overview
Secretary Associate Legal Jobs in Hallowell, Maine, USA at Maine
Location: Hallowell
Location:
Hallowell, Maine, United States
Secretary Associate Legal
Job Class Code: 6560
Pay Grade 17
Opening Date:
May 28, 2025
Closing Date:
June 25, 2025
The Maine Public Utilities Commission seeks a highly motivated individual to fill a full-time Secretary Associate Legal position in the Legal Division.
Responsibilities include providing administrative support to MPUC attorneys and legal personnel, requiring knowledge of legal processes, procedures, terminology, and documents. The role involves using independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to handle various matters, including setting up and recording proceedings (in-person and video), taking legal notes during conferences, hearings, and technical sessions for creating transcripts for the administrative record.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills, both in person and over the phone, and serve as an intermediary with public and private contacts. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and the Commission’s case management system is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience or education in office and administrative support work demonstrating:
Competency in applying principles and practices of office processes and complex secretarial support tasks.
Ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and discretion.
Knowledge of legal terminology and practices is essential. All candidates must meet the qualifications of a Secretary.
Salary
: Pay Grade 17 ($40,081.60 – $57,699.20 annually).
Application Instructions
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Apply online by clicking the “Apply” button, including a cover letter and current resume. For a paper application, visit: https://(Use the “Apply for this Job” box below).-process
Contact Information
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Contact Celeste Gaylord lord or for questions or more information.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine
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Our employees embody the motto “Dirigo”—”I lead”—and provide essential services to Mainers. Benefits include:
Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave, with accrual increases over time.
Health insurance covering 85%-100% of premiums, depending on salary.
100% paid dental premiums for employees.
Retirement contributions of 13.29% of pay to Maine
PERS.
Additional wellness benefits and comprehensive packages are available. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for less than full-time employment.
We aim to create an inclusive, respectful workplace supporting diverse backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.
If you’re interested in applying, we encourage you to do so, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. Your unique experiences and passion are valuable.
All information provided during the application process will be verified.
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Title: Secretary Associate Legal
Company: Maine
Location: Hallowell, Maine, USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary), Law/Legal (Legal Secretary)
