Legal Assistant
Job in
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87101, USA
Listing for:
U.S. Department of the Interior
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
-
Administrative/Clerical
Clerical, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Data Entry
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45901 - 59671 USD Yearly
USD
45901.00
59671.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders.
These positions are located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, DAS-Administrative Services, Office of Hearings and Appeals, Probate Hearings Division, Albuquerque Field Office, duty stationed in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Duties
At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Receive and transfer phone calls, take and timely communicate phone messages in a professional manner; answer basic and routine questions and inquiries from interested parties; prepare and send faxes and emails; prepare and review time and attendance records.Process all incoming mail, including correspondence from parties or attorneys, returned mail from notices and decisions, additional document submissions from agencies or other parties. Copy, mail, and scan documents.Review incoming probate case material to ensure it is current and complete; maintain case files from initial filing to completion, correctly input data into docketing system on a timely basis, and search various system records when additional information is required. Maintain complete and orderly files in a manner that expedites retrieval; understand and ensure record and privacy requirements are followed.Use online legal, tracking, or other resources and databases to obtain information. Retrieve and input data into electronic docketing systems; perform administrative duties using electronic databases, systems, and software.Review outgoing decisions, notices, and other documents for grammatical and spelling errors.Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare travel authorizations, and prepare vouchers in a timely manner.Arrange facilities for conferences and hearings and prepare presentation material or background documentation.Responsible for ordering and maintaining adequate supply inventories, tracking property, and ensuring equipment such as copiers, faxes, and shredders are maintained in good working order and in accordance with requirements.Telework
The Office of the Secretary has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for situational telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
Salary Range Information (Per Annum)
- GS-05: $41,178 - $53,531 per annum
- GS-06: $45,901 - $59,671 per annum
* First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level.
This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.
This vacancy is also announced as OS-6082-26-FS-004(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.
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