Legal Clerk I - Various Sections

Legal Clerk I

Various sections

Salary Range: $55,415 - $68,841

The responsibilities of this position include general office/clerical tasks such as typing; opening, logging and distributing mail; data entry; assisting in records retention; processing new cases by creating folders and labels; cross-training on other support staff desks; performing full-time receptionist duties by providing assistance at a public counter, answering telephones and greeting visitors; communicating with the public, and other City departments;

ordering and organizing supplies; and other duties as assigned.

Applicants are required to submit typing certificate with typing speed of at least 35 wpm net with no more than five (5) errors. Additional requirements include:

• Must be an accurate typist who pays close attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure with minimal supervision, and can perform in a team environment.
• Applicants must be able to lift items up to 25 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The hours for this position are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, subject to operational needs.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology is highly desirable.

Requirements for Application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Typing Certificate

Retirement Benefits:

Employees participate in the Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System (LACERS), which includes mandatory employee pension contributions through payroll deduction. The City also contributes toward the employee's retirement benefit. Contribution rates are established by the applicable retirement system and may vary based on employee classification, membership status, and other factors. For more information, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Current

Location:

Position is subject to assignment at any location of the Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney.

Probation:

Appointment to this exempt position (non-Civil Service) will be subject to a one-year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successfully completing this probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Application and Deadline:

Interested candidates should go to  to apply online. The City Attorney's Office will not be administering typing tests. See the attached "Typing Certification Requirements."

Applicants who meet the Typing Certification Requirement will be added to the Legal Clerk I candidate pool. Selected applicants will be contacted to interview. This position will remain open until filled.

Contact:

Questions? Please email atty.recruit.

City of Los Angeles – City Attorney's Office

TYPING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants for the position of Legal Clerk I are required to submit a typing certification to demonstrate they meet the minimum typing requirements. Candidates who fail to provide a typing certification will be disqualified from the examination process. The Los Angeles City Attorney's Office will not be administering typing tests to candidates. The typing certification must be issued by an agency or an accredited school within the last 12 months.

On-line issued typing certification will not be accepted.

The typing certification must meet the minimum 35 net words per minute, have no more than five (5) errors, and be scored according to the following method: 5 minute timed typing exercise, showing a gross rate of speed and a net speed calculated by deducting one (1) word per minute for each error in the exercise.

Certification may be in the form of a certificate, letter, or test results form and must contain the following:

• Agency's official emblem or watermark
• Name of applicant
• Number of minutes of the timed typing test
• Number of gross words per minute
• Number of net words per minute
• Number of errors
• Date of certificate
• Signature of person certifying the certificate
• Address and telephone number of agency

The above information MUST be included on the certification. Applicants WILL NOT be contacted to correct the deficiency.

On the next page is a list of suggested local agencies and schools that administer typing tests and issue certification. It is advised that you call first to see if an appointment is required to take the typing test. Additional agencies that may provide typing certification can be found on  by entering the desired zip code.