Job Information
Arkansas Government Job LEGAL SERVICES SPECIALIST in Little Rock, Arkansas
LEGAL SERVICES SPECIALIST
Date: Sep 4, 2024
Req ID: 42065
Location:
Little Rock, AR, US, 72209
Category: DEPT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,154.98
Position Number: 22093584
County: Pulaski
Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,154.98
Board of Review
Position Summary
The Legal Services Specialist is part of the support staff to assist the overall functions of the Board to quickly and correctly process legal documents and issue decisions arising from Unemployment Insurance appeals and special programs.
Education and Professional Work Experience
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, general business or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.
(All related work experience will be considered for educational requirements.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols.
Knowledge of legal terminology.
Knowledge of the ethical standards of the legal profession.
Knowledge of investigative standards, procedures, and techniques.
Ability to perform legal research.
Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy and content.
Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with agency staff and other relevant legal and agency contacts.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Job Responsibilities and Expected Results
Review and process incoming mail , email , and faxes.
Answer customer phone calls and provide accurate information.
Accurately enter new appeals into the Boards docketing system.
Accurately create and maintain case files.
Schedule hearings for attorneys and prepare hearing notices for all parties.
Accurately enter case decision information into the docketing system and mail the decisions to all parties.
Assemble and prepare files for electronic submission to the Court of Appeals
Assist attorneys with clerical duties as needed.
Prepare reports for distribution to other areas of the Division.
Ensure all equipment such as copiers, faxes, computers, software, recorders, phones, printers, and mailing machines are in working order and report when they are not.
Testing of new system enhancements (when needed).
Other duties as assigned to ensure the Board's daily functions are carried out.
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of the office manager, ensure all administrative functions of the Board are handled efficiently and timely.
The mission of the Department of Commerce is to champion economic opportunities through strategic initiatives and an equitable regulatory environment that attracts and grows businesses, safeguards consumers, enhances workforce quality, and energizes our infrastructure, creating a better quality of life for all Arkansans.
Position Information
Class Code: G179C
Grade: GS06
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00
Summary
The Legal Services Specialist is responsible for performing legal research, preparing and filing legal documents, maintaining legal files, and coordinating legal section/office activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Researches law from statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treatises, codes and constitutions, and prepares legal memos, briefs, motions and other pleadings for review, approval and use by agency attorneys. Coordinates the activities of a legal section/office as directed by supervisor. Prepares drafts of new or amended legislation or regulations pertinent to the agency's mission. Investigates issues and situations, gathers facts and evidence, conducts interviews with affected employee(s) and witnesses, and provides documentation to assist attorneys in preparation for investigations. Provides technical assistance to agency personnel in analysis, interpretation and application of laws, rules, regulations and agency policies. Files legal documents as directed by the Attorney Supervisor in the appropriate court(s). Establishes and maintains legal reference files. May serve as lead worker by providing training, establishing work plans, and reviewing work performed to ensure technical accuracy and compliance. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols. Knowledge of legal terminology. Knowledge of the ethical standards of the legal profession. Knowledge of investigative standards, procedures, and techniques. Ability to perform legal research. Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy and content. Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with agency staff and other relevant legal and agency contacts. Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, general business or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Licenses
None
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock
