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Title:
Legal Assistant
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to
support staff in legal and administrative matters. This is
accomplished by drafting and reviewing documents, processing
documents, conducting legal research, analyzing and
interpreting results, following up with clients and
attorneys, scheduling and attending meetings and
conferences, and completing general clerical tasks. Other
duties include filing, maintaining schedules and calendars,
entering data, coordinating events, and serving on
committees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Essential Functions |
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1 |
S |
Drafts and reviews documents by
researching items and trends, analyzing results,
drafting items such as contracts, agreements, leases,
ordinances, subpoenas and pleadings, and submitting
documents for review and approval. |
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2 |
S |
Maintains information by entering
data, reviewing databases, retrieving information,
reviewing procedures, reviewing reports, and responding
to retrieval requests. |
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3 |
S |
Completes general clerical tasks by
answering the phone and responding to requests,
processing mail, maintaining calendars, prioritizing
work assignments, maintaining filing systems, and
coordinating travel. |
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4 |
S |
Maintains records by creating and
retaining files, researching records retention
requirements, reviewing policies and procedures, and
interacting with customers. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires knowledge of a
specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature
that may be obtained with six-months to one year of
advanced study or training past the high school
equivalency. Community college, vocational, business,
technical or correspondence schools are likely sources.
Appropriate certification may be awarded upon
satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. |
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Experience |
Over one year up to and including
three years experience. |
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Supervision |
Job has no responsibility for the
direction or supervision of others. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Work requires regular interaction
involving exchange and receipt of information. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
job by following established standard operating
procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the
appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties.
Performance reviewed periodically. |
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Technical Skills |
Basic: Work requires the use of
standard technical skills appropriate to the work
environment of the organization. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has no fiscal
responsibility. |
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Intermediate - Ability to deal with
system of real numbers; practical application of
fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and
measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in
high school up to college. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Advanced - Ability to write
editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college
level or above. However, it may be obtained from
experience and self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
Valid driver's license |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
X |
Light |
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Medium |
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Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
O |
Communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
C |
Desk work, meetings, driving |
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Walking |
O |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
R |
Supplies, equipment, files |
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Carrying |
F |
Supplies, equipment, files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
O |
File drawers |
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Reaching |
F |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
C |
Paperwork |
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Fine Dexterity |
C |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator |
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Kneeling |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crouching |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crawling |
R |
Under equipment |
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Bending |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Twisting |
F |
From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle |
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Climbing |
O |
Stairs, step stools |
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Balancing |
O |
On
step stools |
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Vision |
C |
Reading, computer screen, driving |
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Hearing |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Talking |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
R |
Driving |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related software
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
N |
| Chemical Hazards |
N |
| Electrical Hazards |
N |
| Fire Hazards |
N |
| Explosives |
N |
| Communicable Diseases |
N |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
N |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
N |
| Extreme Temperatures |
N |
| Noise and Vibration |
N |
| Wetness/Humidity |
N |
| Physical Hazards |
N |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
None
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
N |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
O |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
R |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
F |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
N |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Date |
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Job Title of Supervisor |
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Date |
Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
EOE M/F/D/V
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES
8401 West
Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100
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