Legal Records Clerk jobs in Chico, CA

Legal Records Clerk files, indexes, and codes legal documents. Assists in ensuring control and storage of legal records complies with external and organization's specific regulations and standards. Being a Legal Records Clerk assists in quality checks and proper storage of documents. Coordinates off-site file storage and retrieval. Additionally, Legal Records Clerk provides attorneys and legal staff with requested information. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Legal Records Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Legal Clerk I/II - CWS
  • County of Humboldt
  • Eureka, CA FULL_TIME
  • This is a County of Humboldt job position; however, the job application is submitted through Merit System Services.  To apply for this position, click on this link: 

    https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mss/jobs/4434408/legal-clerk-i-ii-cws


    Under close supervision, the Legal Clerk I learns to perform specialized and responsible office support work involving knowledge of legal terminology and procedures; and performs related work as required.

    The Legal Clerk I classification is the entry/trainee level in the Legal Clerk series. Incumbents learn child support legal terminology and procedures. Incumbents are expected to learn the full range of duties and advance to the journey level Legal Clerk II after one year of satisfactory performance at the I level.

    The Legal Clerk II is the journey level class in the Legal Clerk series, fully competent to independently perform a wide range of legal clerk support work. Legal Clerk II is distinguished from Legal Clerk I in that the former has a higher level of responsibility for precision and accuracy in producing notices and documents identified with legal matters and proceedings. 
    • Learns to process, maintain, and prepare a variety of legal forms, records and reports; verifies that information or data is complete, accurate, consistent, and in conformance with prescribed format, procedure, and regulations.
    • Reviews and investigates confidential information from agencies and processes other related documents to locate absent parents and open cases; interviews custodial party and explains procedures.
    • Determines acceptability of information and proper action to be taken based on established oral or written instructions.
    • Contacts various agencies and organizations regarding releases of liens, case settlements, etc.
    • Receives, assembles, and maintains files and other information related to court actions; updates computer information; maintains court calendars by scheduling and reviewing court dates; and files information or forwards to staff members.
    • Processes and files pleadings, orders, judgments, and a variety of other records in the Superior Court or Municipal Court.
    • Identifies and corrects deletions or errors in accordance with prescribed format; and follows up to secure additional information as needed.
    • May use a typewriter, word-processor, or other electronic document production device to produce a variety of legal documents including Notice of Hearing, Subpoenas, Petitions, Jurisdictional, Dispositional, Dismissals, Monthly and Special Reviews, and Special orders in addition to letters, reports, and fiscal or statistical reports.
    • Types from electronic recording devices; proofs typewritten materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, format, layout, and clarity of language; may verify the completeness and accuracy of references.
    • Receives calls for attorneys, provides information based on interpretation of policies and procedures and follows up, as needed.
    • Logs reports from law enforcement agencies; searches for prior offenses. Receives discovery requests and processes information; prepares various legal documents, including subpoenas, warrants and petitions; files with court and/or distributes to parties.
    • Maintains child support information, including entering information into the computer system; calendars court dates; and serves as court liaison regarding related matters.
    • Performs related duties as assigned.
    Knowledge of: 
    • Modern office procedures, techniques, and equipment.
    • Clerical and department work practices, procedures, specific rules, precedence, and regulations.
    • Proper English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation.
    • Knowledge of legal terminology, phraseology, documents, and procedures.
    • Business letter writing, filing, indexing, and recording systems and procedures.
    Ability to:
     Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
    Interpret and apply laws, rules, and policies.
    Exercise independent judgment in determining and selecting the appropriate processes, alternatives, forms, and desired actions within the bonds of established work practices, procedures, and commonly used regulations. 
    Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive reports and records.
    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
    Use discretion in organizing work and carrying out assignments with minimum supervision.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education and/or Experience)
    A. One (1) year of experience as an Office Assistant II;
    OR B. Two (2) years of experience performing clerical work. 

    DRIVER LICENSE REQUIREMENT
    Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver's license. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver's license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County. Eligibility for employment for those who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the appointing authority.

    CalPERS Retirement
     

    • Tier I: Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7 @ 55
    • Tier II: Post 7/6/2012: 2.0 @ 55
    • Tier III: Post 1/1/2013: 2.0 @ 62
     Selection Procedure
     The County’s Human Resources system operates by a set of rules and procedures which ensure that employees are hired and promoted on the basis of merit and fitness for the job.  Jobs are filled through competitive examinations.
     
     A complete online application is required for this position. All application materials will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts. Those candidates considered to be the most qualified, based on the application materials submitted, will be invited to a written and/or oral examination, or an evaluation of education and experience.
     
     Policy of Nondiscrimination
     The County of Humboldt does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Human Resources is wheelchair-accessible by entering the Courthouse from the ramp located on the east side of the building next to the marked handicapped parking. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact Human Resources at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination for assistance.
     
     The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.
     
     How to Apply
     A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for.  Although this is a County of Humboldt job position, and you may access the job flyer at 
    http://www.humboldtgov.org/hr , the application must be submitted through the Merit System Services website at www.mss.ca.gov no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer.  The link for the Merit System Services website is located at the top of the job flyer.   All applications are screened by subject matter experts.  The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing. 
     
     It is important that your application show all the relevant experience and education you possess.
     
     Please read the job requirements section of the announcement.  Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.  Your performance in this examination will be compared with the performance of others who take the test.  All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores.  The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.  Scores will be provided in writing only.
     
     To fill a vacancy, Merit Systems Services furnishes the employing department with the most qualified candidate names for the position.


     

    WRITTEN EXAMINATION – WEIGHTED 100%
    The written examination will consist of a multiple choice in-person written exam with the following four (4) test sections:

    1. Clerical Knowledge
    2. Written Communication
    3. Interpersonal Relations
    4. Problem Solving, Analysis, and Mathematical Ability 
    In order to obtain a position on the eligible list, candidates must receive a minimum rating of 70% on the examination. Competitors who do not appear for the written examination will be disqualified.
    SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS
    Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact CalHR
     at mssprogram@calhr.ca.gov or 916-323-2360 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination.
    MEDICAL EXAMINATION:  A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.
     
    OTHER EXAMINATIONS:  Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.
               
    LICENSES:  Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses.  Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.
     
    PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period.  This is normally six months, but may be up to one year.  All designated safety employees serve a one year probationary period.
     
    EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY:  It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990.  If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States.  For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.
     
     The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.
     
     All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).  Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.  Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
     
     THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.  THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.
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2024 Rural Disaster Legal Services of Fellowship (Redding, CA)
  • Legal Services of Northern California
  • Redding, CA FULL_TIME
  • JOB ANNOUNCEMENT (Please Post) Rural Disaster Legal Services Fellowship Redding, California Full-Time Temporary (18 Months commencing in late August 2024) LSNC announces its inaugural Rural Disaster L...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Medical Records
  • HALO Precision Diagnostics
  • Chico, CA FULL_TIME
  • Saving Lives with Early Detection At HALO Diagnostics (HALO Dx), we recognize every patient is unique. Our focus is early detection and precision-focused healthcare preventing and conquering the top h...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Medical Records
  • Sweetwater Care
  • Oroville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Join a great team, must be flexible and a team player!!! Good organization skills 50 bed SNF POSITION DESCRIPTION Responsible for maintaining resident medical records in accordance with State and Fede...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Office Assistant
  • Pacific Process & Legal Services
  • Eureka, CA FULL_TIME
  • Well established office in Eureka is looking for a detail-oriented individual who has some office experience. We have a small, quiet setting, and you will often be working independently. Most of the o...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Legal Secretary
  • Shasta County
  • Redding, CA FULL_TIME
  • THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 2024 SKILLS OR EXPERIENCES LISTED UNDER THE IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT MAY ALSO BE US...
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Patient Health Advocate
  • Somatus Inc.
  • Oroville, CA
  • Somatus offers a Hybrid Telehealth environment with a combination of remote days and visits to members homes. This posit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook - Riverside
  • Chico Healthcare & Wellness Center
  • Chico, CA
  • Chico Healthcare & Wellness Center - Principal Responsibilities: TECHNICAL Prepares, in a timely manner, nutritious and ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Independent Insurance Claims Adjuster in Chico, California
  • MileHigh Adjusters Houston Inc
  • Chico, CA
  • Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Claims Adjusters! INDEPENDENT INSURANCE CLAIMS ADJUSTERS NEEDED NOW! Are you ready to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CA - Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN, Ambulatory Clinics - DAY /hr
  • HexaQuEST Global - Healthcare
  • Chico, CA
  • Job Description: Licensed Vocational Nurse in outpatient clinics of an acute care hospital. Primary need is in Colorecta...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Instructional Paraprofessional - Substitute
  • Butte County Office Of Education
  • Oroville, CA
  • About the Employer The Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) is located in Northern California and serves 13 districts...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Office Assistant II - Bilingual Incentive (Merit)
  • Tehama County, CA
  • Red Bluff, CA
  • Salary : $33,966.40 - $41,288.00 Annually Location : Tehama County, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2024 - P0762 Depa...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patient Health Advocate
  • Somatus
  • Oroville, CA
  • Overview Somatus offers a Hybrid Telehealth environment with a combination of remote days and visits to members' homes. ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Administrative Assistant
  • Law Offices of Richard Montarbo
  • Red Bluff, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Law office is looking to hire an Administrative Assistant for a full-time position. Appl...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Chico is the most populous city in Butte County, California, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 86,187, reflecting an increase of 26,233 from the 59,954 counted in the 2000 Census. The city is the cultural, economic, and educational center of the northern Sacramento Valley and home to both California State University, Chico and Bidwell Park, the country's 26th largest municipal park and the 13th largest municipally-owned park. Bidwell Park makes up over 17% of the city. Other cities in close proximity to the Chico Metropolitan Area (population 212,000) incl...
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Income Estimation for Legal Records Clerk jobs
$40,578 to $53,380
Chico, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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