Division Head Legal Secretary 10 - Public Administration DivisionPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4632136) ApplyDivision Head Legal Secretary 10 - Public Administration DivisionSalary$23.08 - $30.92 HourlyLocation Lansing, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeJob Number1101-24-107DepartmentAttorney GeneralOpening Date09/02/2024Closing Date9/16/2024 5:00 PM EasternBargaining UnitNON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job DescriptionThis position provides advanced legal secretarial duties within the Public Administration Division, performing the most complex administrative legal secretarial activities, which may involve highly confidential and sensitive information, for the State Public Administrator. These activities include serving as a liaison with probate judges, court staff, county public administrators, and the public; reviewing, prioritizing, and preparing draft responses to a large volume of pleadings and correspondence, including conducting independent research to identify potentially escheated property or additional heirs; assisting with the appointment and oversight of county public administrators, including handling confidential personal information; compiling department reports; preparing legal documents and correspondence; docketing case files; scheduling meetings and hearings; and other tasks required to meet the department’s goals and objectives. The position requires advanced legal secretarial and administrative skills, as well as the ability to exercise discretion, act independently, and communicate effectively with parties with a variety of knowledge and background in probate matters.Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Public Admin DHS position description.pdf) Required Education and ExperienceEducationEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.ExperienceFour years of legal secretarial experience, including two years equivalent to a Legal Secretary E8.Additional Requirements and InformationView entire job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DivisionLegalSecretarySupervisor.pdfState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 DIVSSPV - Do you possess an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school?
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DIVSSPV1 - Do you possess four years of legal secretarial experience, including two years equivalent to a Legal Secretary E8?
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AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentAttorney GeneralAddressG. Mennen Williams Bldg., 7th Floor525 W. Ottawa, PO Box 30212Lansing, Michigan, 48909Phone517-335-7622Websitehttps://www.michigan.gov/AGApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
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