Administrative Assistant - Disability & Elder Law Division
About this role
Position Overview:
Under general supervision, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for preparing and processing legal documents, correspondence, and reports, including mailing or faxing of documents to case parties. Individuals in this role will perform delegated and supervised substantive and administrative legal work that requires a basic understanding of legal principles and procedures. The Administrative Assistant is expected to have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Administrative Support: Prepares, processes, and monitors documents, reports, and correspondences related to legal cases and inquiries, including mailing, faxing and delivery of documents to case parties. • Records Management: Creates, organizes, and maintains case files and records in the case management system. • Scheduling: Schedules and calendars hearings, meetings, and other case-related deadlines. Attends hearings and meetings as required. • Research Analysis: Researches and gathers necessary information and records pertaining to legal cases. • Communication: Communicates with internal and external stakeholders regarding case-related matters and inquiries. • Backup Support: Serves as backup to other support staff as needed. • Additional Tasks: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Duties:
• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Supporting Job Application Documents:
• Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references with their application.
Education and Experience Requirements:
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution. • Two (2) years of relevant experience.