Admininistrative Legal Secretary- Utah State Hospital

The Utah State Hospital is seeking a motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to join its legal services department. This is a rewarding position where you can utilize your administrative skills to support the legal services essential to the treatment of mentally ill individuals. This exciting opportunity involves providing comprehensive administrative support to the department.

• Expert level skills using Excel, Word and Google Sheets.
• Strong computer skills (type 60 wpm).

• Strong organizational/office administration skills
• Strong computer skills (type 60 wpm)
• Ability to work efficiently in an autonomous environment, appropriately prioritizing various projects.

• Complete USH new employee processing, to include;
  • fingerprinting and background checks
  • processing Federal form I-9 in the Tracker system
  • issue and collect keys and badges
• Assist with patient medication hearing process;
  • taking minutes at med hearings
  • performing medication audits
• Other duties as assigned.

This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission-driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.

• Health Insurance:
  Multiple medical plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.
• Dental & Vision:
  Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
• Paid Leave:
  Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.

To review the full benefits summary and access a Total Compensation Calculator, please visit the main state benefits page here.

• Access to a UTA Bus Pass.
• Beautiful campus near the Wasatch mountains.
• Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
• Access to comfort rooms while on campus, and as well as other mental wellness benefits.
• Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course.

Utah State Hospital provides a safe and healing environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. It is our purpose to assist patients to reach their potential, through individualized treatment, with a high value being placed on meeting the needs of each patient in a humanistic, caring and professional manner. You can find more information about the Utah State Hospital here.

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
• The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. No tobacco or E-cigarette use is allowed on campus.
• Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
• Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks
• Preference may be given to current Utah State Hospital employees.
• Preference may be given to applicants who are familiar with the Utah State legal and court systems.