Joliet, IL – Legal Secretary

Job Title Legal Secretary
Job Note Will County Court Services Department
Job Summary The Legal Secretary provides administrative support for the various divisions within the Department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, client and visitor reception, telephones, file preparation, data entry, mail reception and delivery, operating standard office equipment, including the latest computer equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Accurate typing and data entry skills
Knowledge of spelling, punctuation, and basic grammar
Good oral and written communication skills
Two (2) years office/clerical experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Must pass background check and drug test
Intermediate knowledge of computer equipment and various software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite a plus

Starting Salary and Benefits: $37,652.00 per year: Collective Bargaining Agreement – The Chief Judge of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit and Will County Probation and Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council. Salary will increase to $39,911.00 on 12/1/2023. https://willcounty.gov/open-and-participatory-government
(*Attractive benefits package offered by the County of Will, including medical, dental, vision, IMRF pension plan, life insurance, and deferred compensation*) https://willcounty.gov/County-Offices/Administration/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-and-Compensations

How To Apply

Department Please submit the following through the online process (Failure to send all requested material may result in the disqualification of your application):
1. Online county application
2. Current resume
3. High School diploma or equivalent
4. College transcripts, if applicable.
5. Any material that may have been submitted on a previous application must be submitted again and in accordance with applicable deadlines.
The submission of any, or all, of the above materials does not guarantee employment or the offer of an interview.
Will County Court Services Department
Adult Probation Division,
57 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet, IL 60432

Apply by October 20, 2023

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to:
courtservicesjobs@willcountyillinois.com

Note to Applicant *Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the selection process. A Hiring List of potential candidates will be complied and kept for a period of six months. The Twelfth Judicial Circuit Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ADA.