Overview
Senior Legal Assistant; HCA/CSSD Jobs in Las Vegas, USA at State of New Mexico
Position: Senior Legal Assistant (HCA/CSSD #9146)
$19.97 – $29.95 Hourly
$41,527 – $62,291 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C4
Posting Details
This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Our Vision
- Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.
Our Mission
- We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.
Our Goals
- Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
- Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
- Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
- Build the best team in state government by supporting employees’ continuous growth and wellness.
Why does the job exist?
The Senior Legal Assistant will:
- Provide legal support services to the Child Support Services Division (CSSD), staff and attorneys in CSSD county offices.
How does it get done?
The Senior Legal Assistant is responsible for:
- Completing all after-court activities on cases and updating the Child Support Enforcement System (CSES);
- Preparing and tracking process service documents;
- Scheduling and tracking genetic testing;
- Acting as back up reception and file room clerk as needed.
Who are the customers?
- Child Support Services Division (CSSD) field staff, management and Attorneys.
Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate is:
- Has clerical and/or secretarial experience utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and/or documents.
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in drafting and preparing legal correspondence, conducting basic legal research, maintaining a case management/tracking system, and directly related clerical, secretarial, or office administration experience utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.
Employment is subject to a pre-employment criminal history background investigation and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Office setting, exposure to VDT, extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some travel may be required.
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Agency Contact Information:
Ashtyn Lopez, . Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Title: Senior Legal Assistant; HCA/CSSD
Company: State of New Mexico
Location: Las Vegas, USA
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