Legal Secretary I (Part-Time)

Salary : $43,035.20 - $59,633.60 Annually Location : Yuba City, CA Job Type: Part-Time Regular Job Number: SC2026-01755 Department: PUBLIC DEFENDER Opening Date: 03/04/2026 Closing Date: 3/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific JOB SUMMARY Under direction, performs a wide variety of difficult and responsible secretarial work to assist in the efficient and effective operation of the department. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill any future opening(s), including Part-Time and Extra Help, in this class for up to six months. PLEASE NOTE: Bilingual in Punjabi or Spanish is preferred. NOTICE: All correspondences, notices and invitations to test and/or interview will be via e-mail through Governmentjobs.com/NEOGOV. Please be sure to set-up your inbox to receive them or check your junk-mail to make sure you are receiving Sutter County's recruitment communications. You may also view all correspondences by logging in to your governmentjobs.com profile and clicking on the mail symbol on the top right corner. Follow Sutter County! Stay updated with our social media accounts: EXAMPLE OF DUTIESThe following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other related duties may be required and assigned. Utilizes a computer to enter, store, and/or retrieve information; types materials into form from typed or handwritten copy or machine dictation using a variety of complicated formats for preparing legal documents, correspondence, reports, and forms; assumes responsibility for correctness of spelling, punctuation, format, and grammar. Reviews, types, records, and processes a large variety of legal documents and records; prepares complaints, motions, pleadings, judgments, summons, warrants, and other legal documents; reviews documents to verify accuracy and complete information. Assists staff in the maintaining of calendars for court appearances; arranges appointments and meetings; compiles agenda and obtains needed materials. Screens and independently handles calls and visitors; provides information on departmental policies and procedures; performs routine research to respond to inquiries; directs calls and/or visitors to appropriate personnel and/or department. Opens, reviews, sorts, and distributes incoming mail; attaches background material for reference; independently prepares replies to correspondence on a variety of subject matters. E-file documents with state, federal and appellate courts. Obtain copies of documents filed with the Court as needed. Compiles data in the generation of myriad documents, reports, and records; consolidates data into required format; forwards to supervisor or legal staff for review and approval; distributes as approved to appropriate departments, agencies, and/or involved parties. Maintains departmental files in a systemized and organized manner to ensure ease of retrieval as needed. Performs general administrative duties which include making photocopies of myriad documents and forms; maintaining and retrieving files; may perform deposit of funds. Updates law library books as supplements are received. Advises witnesses via telephone when appearance in court is not required. Tracks work via charts and other measures to ensure compliance with time deadlines. Tracks public records act request within a computerized system and works with attorney and clients to respond on the County's behalf. EXAMPLES OF MARGINAL DUTIES Compares contracts, agreements, and other related documents with previous year's contracts for changes; annotates changes for attorneys. Transporting files and documents to appropriate court clerks for filing with the Court. Maintains various other reports, forms, records, and documents as required. Inventories office supplies and equipment; places orders and maintains sufficient amounts to ensure adequate supplies are available to perform daily tasks. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Legal office work, procedures and terminology; legal forms and documents. Ability to: Prepare reports and correspondence with a minimum of direction; establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional personnel, associates, and the general public; be self-motivated; work independently; type at 40 w.p.m. (net). Education and Experience: Three years' experience in responsible secretarial work, including one year of legal office work; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Essential Duties require the following physical skills and work requirements: Requires the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another; some positions require sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing, filing, data entry, shorthand, and/or use of calculators, ten-key adding machine, or other office equipment or supplies. Disaster Service Workers: All Sutter County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and/or County. License or Certificate: This classification may require a valid California driver's license. Recruitment Process The recruitment process for this position includes completing an application, typing test and participating in oral interview(s). Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for this position if you believe you have a disability, which would make it difficult to participate in any portion of the recruitment process and would require reasonable accommodation. Sutter County reserves the right to require medical documentation concerning the need for accommodation. Offers of employment are contingent upon investigation of employment history, references, drug testing, medical review/exam and fingerprinting in addition to other appropriate requirements of the position. NOTE: Sutter County utilizes E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States. The County of Sutter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Sutter County encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Need Help? For application or login problems, please click "Menu" on the upper left hand corner and select "" or call the NeoGov/Government Jobs customer service hotline: (855) 524-5627. You will also find instructions on checking the status of your application on this site. Please turn mobile devices horizontal/landscape for best mobile viewing. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Extra-help employees working more than 30 hours per week MAY be eligible for some benefits.

Created: 2026-03-06