Legal Secretary - Fond Du Lac Trial Office

Overview

Are you seeking a rewarding and challenging career? Bring your administrative skills to the State Public Defenders (SPD) and make a difference in the lives of Wisconsin residents. The SPD is currently recruiting to fill one part‑time (75% FTE) Legal Secretary position in our Fond Du Lac Trial office.

The Legal Secretary (LS) provides clerical and administrative support to the local office staff, including attorneys. Join our team and contribute to this key function of the SPD, and experience the intrinsic reward of public service.

This classification is in pay schedule/range 02‑12 with a starting salary of $24.61 per hour. A one‑year probationary period will be required. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration may complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

Background Check: A criminal background check will be done prior to an offer of employment.

Eligibility to work in the US: The SPD does not sponsor work visas. All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I‑9.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Veterans: The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service‑connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non‑Competitive Appointment program.

• Providing administrative, clerical or office support (e.g., greeting visitors, answering phones, mail distribution, etc.)
• Working with Microsoft Office Suites and/or Google Suites (e.g., Google Drive files, word processing, database entry, email, scheduling, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Proofreading documents (your letter of qualifications will be used to assess your proofreading abilities)
• Detail oriented (accurately completing tasks, following instructions, gathering & organizing information, etc.)
• Experience in a law office and/or with the criminal justice system (preferred)

LETTER OF QUALIFICATIONS & RESUME: You must submit both documents. It is important that you clearly explain and elaborate on your experience and/or training in your letter of qualifications and resume.

Our employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefits and compensation package, including health plans, paid time off (3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays, ample sick leave), participation in a top‑rated pension plan, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Attach a resume and a letter of qualifications. The Final date to receive applications is 11:59 pm on Thursday, July 16, 2026.