The following are examples of work performed for positions in this job class and are not intended to reflect the essential functions of any one position. The essential functions of each individual position are determined and maintained by each individual department.
Takes and transcribes technical and confidential dictation requiring a high degree of accuracy.
Composes correspondence and other material requiring knowledge of the legal procedures and department policies.
Arranges conferences.
Maintains legal and confidential files and dockets of the department.
Disposes of office details not requiring official actions.
Prepares subpoenas, writs, and legal documents.
Compiles data from case and textbook authorities for preparation of opinions and briefs.
Examines files involving any matter referred to the department and prepares briefs thereon.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or above the high school diploma or equivalent (GED), related experience may be substituted on an equal basis for education and related education may be substituted on an equal basis for experience.
and
Basic computer knowledge with ability to type from plain copy and transcribe from voice recording.
Terms of Employment
This is a non-exempt position.
This is an At-Will employment position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Hinds County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hinds County prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts Hinds County’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law.
$35,022
Open Until Filled
Five elected members make up the Hinds County Board of Supervisors. Hinds County, which includes 7 municipalities, is the most populous county in Mississippi with two county seats - one in Raymond, MS and the other in the state’s capital, Jackson, MS.
From the fields of our charming countryside to the streets of our emerging, revitalized downtown district, we have so much to offer approximately 245,000 residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we greet coming through the Jackson-Evers International Airport, bus stations, and highways each year. Our central location to major metropolitan areas such as New Orleans, Dallas, Atlanta, and Memphis and easy access to I-20, I-55, I-220 and other major highways makes Hinds County the perfect place to live, work, and do business.
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