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Administrative Assistant I (Legal) - Hourly
Catawba County, NCHickory, NC, United States6 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Job descriptionBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field; OR Associate's degree in Business Administration or related field and 1 year of office or clerical experience; OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of office or clerical experience NC Notary Public certification or ability / willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe Strong written and verbal communication skills Familiarity with legal terminology, court systems, and civil procedures Prior experience in a legal or clerking environment preferred High attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Proficiency in office software and legal research tools Experience in a clerk or legal office Health : For a small bi-weekly premium, employees may choose between a traditional (co-pay) health plan and a high deductible health plan coupled with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Coverage may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren), or family. Dental Insurance : At no cost to full-time employees, the County covers preventive, routine, and non-routine care. Coverage for the same benefits may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren) and family. In addition, a $2,000 benefit toward orthodontia coverage is provided for children up to age 19. Vision Care : Coverage is available, at group rates, for employee and dependents, with 2 plan options to choose from. Supplemental critical care and accident insurance plans : These optional coverage plans are available at a nominal cost. Flexible Spending Accounts : Pre-tax accounts which can be used to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision expenses. Employee Health Clinic (EHC) : An employee medical clinic, available to all County employees, which operates 40 hours a week. Services provided include acute care, first aid, evaluation and care for workers' compensation injuries, pre-employment screenings, health education, and behavioral health referrals. Services offered both in person and through telehealth. Acute care available to employee's children ages 5-17 regardless of health insurance coverage and for employee's adult children (ages 18-26) or employee's spouse if covered on the county's health insurance. Wellness : The County recognizes the importance of our health and well-being. We maintain a very proactive and effective Wellness Program, including reimbursement and discounts for gym membership, incentives for physical activity, on-site nutrition counseling, free exercise opportunities, wellness education and more. Employee Assistance Program : Counseling services are available to all County employees and immediate family members in the home. Services are provided in a private and confidential setting (in-person or virtually). The County provides coverage for the first six visits. Annual Leave : Full-time employees earn from 10-21 days annually based on years of service. Service credit from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County. Sick Leave : Full-time employees earn one day (8 hours) of sick leave per month. Sick leave from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County. Holiday Leave : Throughout the year, 11 days of paid leave are provided in recognition of holidays. Flexible work schedules. Time off for activities that support our local schools. Continuing educational assistance. Discount tickets to recreational venues. Employee appreciation days / activities. Tax-free flexible spending account to pay for dependent care. Local Governmental Employees Retirement System : For employees assigned to work 20 hours per week or more in a benefitted position, participation in this program is automatic. Employees contribute 6% of their salary, which is tax deferred. After (5) years of creditable service, you become fully vested in the retirement system. Employees may also take advantage of individual and group retirement counseling through the Human Resources department. 401K : The County provides a 2% contribution plus an additional 1% match (up to 3% total contribution by the County). Our sworn law enforcement officers receive a flat 5% contribution to their 401k. Other Tax Deferred Programs : Other tax-sheltering programs are available through IRS Code 125 (Cafeteria Plan), and a 457 supplemental retirement plan (Deferred Compensation). Longevity Pay : After 5 years of creditable service, employees receive an annual longevity payment that is paid every year thereafter. This lump sum payment rewards employees for their length of service to Catawba County. The amount is based on years of service. Life Insurance : Death benefit equal to one times employee's annual salary with a minimum coverage amount of $25,000. Optional supplemental life insurance coverage is also available for both employee and dependents through payroll deduction at group rates. Short Term Disability : Available at no cost to employees, benefits are available after a 55-day waiting period. Long Term Disability : Available through payroll deduction at group rates. Eligibility for membership and financial services at State Employees Credit Union (SECU) / Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU). I am currently a Notary Public and willing to maintain this certification I am not currently a Notary Public, but am willing to obtain this certification within a specified time frame and then maintain it afterwards I am not able to obtain / maintain a Notary Public certification
Salary : $18.79 - $23.48 Hourly
Location : Social Services Main Hickory, NC
Job Type : Hourly-Temporary
Job Number : 02241
Department : Social Services
Opening Date : 10 / 31 / 2025
Closing Date : 11 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Position Description
Catawba County Social Services is recruiting a detail-oriented and highly organized Administrative Assistant I to support an agency attorney, with a primary focus on Adult Services, Child Support, Program Integrity, and Economic Service Programs. This position plays an essential role in ensuring that court-related documentation, filings, and communications are accurate, timely, and compliant with legal and departmental standards.
This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced legal environment supporting court processes that directly impact the well-being of children and families in our community.
This position is hourly part-time, working 19 hours per week during business hours with a flexible schedule, and is not eligible for benefits.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and clerical support to the agency attorney
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings clearly and concisely
- Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
- Assist with case preparation, filing, and tracking of civil matters
- Maintain organized records and case files
- Coordinate communication with internal departments, courts, and external parties
- Support legal processes related to adult services, child support enforcement, program integrity investigations, and economic services
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Catawba County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Catawba County Benefits
As of 7 / 1 / 2024 :
You will find that Catawba County has one of the best benefits packages around. Our Human Resources staff are dedicated to keeping in touch with trends in benefits on both a local and national level, listening to employees' suggestions regarding benefits, and continually reviewing to ensure our benefits package is of good quality and meets the needs of both our employees and our organization. Available benefits include :
Health Care
Employee Wellness
Work Life Balance
Financial Security
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Please describe your experience drafting and editing legal documents. What types of documents have you prepared or reviewed, and how do you ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with legal standards?
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