Administrative Assistant Iv
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Salary
- $43,031.46 - $71,719.23 Annually
- Closing date
- Dec 12, 2020
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Administrative
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
This job announcement is being re-advertised. If you previously applied to req. #20-01714, you do not need to re-apply in order to be considered.
Provides legal administrative support to attorneys and paralegals in the Office of the County Attorney. Represents the Board of Supervisors and county agencies in providing legal advice and representation in litigation in federal and state courts, as well as administrative agencies. Further duties include:
- Drafts, types, edits, proofreads, and files time-sensitive legal documents and briefs.
- Types and/or prepares routine correspondence and documents for attorney's review and signature.
- Organizes and prepares litigation and assignment files.
- Utilizes state and federal court electronic case tracking systems and County Attorney databases for researching, closing and archiving files.
- Coordinates and schedules conferences and meetings.
- Extensive contact with county agency personnel, outside counsel, consultants, and other persons.
- Under the supervision of the attorneys, collects, reviews, organizes, analyzes, and redacts records requested pursuant to VFOIA, subpoenae duces tecum, or discovery requests using various software applications such as Logikull.
- Performs other administrative duties as assigned to facilitate the functions and operation of a law office.
- Acts as primary backup to receptionist and primary back up for agency courier by driving to and from the Fairfax County Courts to file and retrieve legal documents.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Knowledge and understanding of the programs or activities of the unit served, as well as of the county and departmental administrative guides;
Position may require knowledge of basic principles and methods of a technical or professional field.
Math Skills
Basic math skills.
Word Processing/Typing
Intermediate skills in use of applicable Microsoft Office Word.
PC Skills
Intermediate skills in the use of applicable Microsoft Office Suite software;
Intermediate skills in the use of agency specific software applications.
Communication
Ability to communicate well through written and oral means.
Information Abilities
Ability to gather, integrate, and analyze simple data.
Interpersonal Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both external and internal contacts.
Executive Assistance
Ability to maintain confidentiality and be sensitive to political issues.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to high school graduation and three years of experience providing administrative support in the assigned functional area(s).
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Not applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience working in a law firm and using Prolaw or a case management system.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check.
- Due to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, physical presence in the office is required.
- Must be able to travel to and from the Fairfax County Courts to file and retrieve legal documents.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Duties are performed in a frequently stressful and fast-paced office environment. Duties require the ability to type, input, and retrieve data from a personal computer up to seven hours per day. Ability to stand in one place up to three hours using copier. Must be able to lift archive boxes weighing up to 35 pounds. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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