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CALUMET COUNTY Legal Assistant (Corporation Counsel) in CHILTON, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Drafts pleadings; and coordinates the processing of alcohol/mental emergency detentions, foreclosures, guardianships, CHIPS and TPR cases, collections, and other legal processes, for filing with the Court. Consults with attorney, as needed. After consultation with attorney, performs research, using the internet, wiKIDS and KIDS computer system, and other informational tools. Compiles data and prepares various reports in compliance with departmental regulations and policies, and state statutes. After consultation with attorney, drafts, types, and/or transcribes letters, memos, briefs, and other legal documents. Drafts County resolutions and ordinances in conjunction with the attorney. Maintains office in the absence of the Corporation Counsel. Performs clerical duties including answering telephone, filing, photocopying, maintenance of the Corporation Counsel calendar for appointments and court hearings, and routes mail. Answers varied inquiries and explains policies and procedures in response to telephone or personal inquiries from co-workers, attorneys and the public. Maintains and monitors computer records; performs all facets of word processing functions. Upon request, reviews documentation for accuracy for various offices. Processes and pays all bills for the Corporation Counsel Office and the Law Library using the County\'s HTE financial system. Monitors inventory and purchases all supplies for the Corporation Counsel Office. Assists Corporation Counsel, as needed. Assists Department of Health and Human Services Department Child Support Division and Child Welfare Services, in preparing court documents, memos and letters. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Good knowledge of modern law office practices and procedures. Good knowledge of departmental programs, operations, and policy with respect to general function performed. Good knowledge of business English, legal terminology, spelling, and composition. Ability to perform a variety of complex clerical tasks and accept and exercise independent judgment, with minimal supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships with law enforcement agencies/officials, public defender\'s office, attorney\'s office, and county departments. Good knowledge of research skills with the ability to effectively use the Internet, statute books, and other research tools/aids. Good knowledge of legal requirements for emergency detentions, alcohol commitments, collection matters, foreclosures, guardianships, and other legal matters. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of departmental practices. Good knowledge of organizational and analytical skills. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To apply, complete required online application. Applications accepted until position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address: Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site: www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475

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