Legal Secretary - Department Promotional - Child Support

This is a Department Promotional Examination and is open to eligible employees of the Kern County Department of Child Support Services.

• Written Exam: will be conducted on November 20, 2026

Written Exam (Weight 100%):
Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of legal terminology and procedures; court procedures; office procedures, filing, and other relevant subjects.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.

Examination components for promotional testing will be administered during the scheduled dates/times/locations without exception.

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, and one year of legal secretary training.

OR

Three years of clerical experience in a social service, criminal justice or legal setting.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Qualifying related work experience may include: preparation of motions, subpoenas, discoveries, or calendaring.

Some positions may require:

• Possession and maintenance of a California Notary Public Commission

Full

Job Description:

Legal Secretary

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.