Clerk

The objective summary of this job classification is to perform a variety of standardized clerical, reception and administrative duties in support of the District Office.

Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking and work schedules outside the typical 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule. Applicants selected for a position are encouraged to discuss these options with the hiring manager early in the hiring process to ensure the specifics of any terms and conditions of an approved flexible work arrangement are clearly understood.

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• Provide support services to the district office in accordance with detailed procedures and practices.
• Reception desk coverage.
• Answer multi-line phones and route calls to the correct party.
• Provide information, as needed, to clients, court personnel and other agencies.
• Complete clerical duties for attorneys, prepare docket of cases, contact litigants, courts, and witnesses to obtain information for the district office, if necessary.
• Advise applicants and/or clients on eligibility requirements and collect fees, advise clients of attorney assignments, verify and record data.
• Accept mail from the US Postal Service and packages from UPS and other vendors.
• Perform related and other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED and six (6) months of general office, clerical and/or administrative experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Employment eligibility to work with the Law Offices of the Public Defender in the U.S. is required. Sponsorship of an employment Visa is not available.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Default FLSA:
Non-exempt

The Law Offices of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, political affiliation or religion, mental or physical disability, or serious medical condition.

Preference may be given to multilingual applicants fluent in English and other languages.