LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Class Definition

About the Office: The Office of the Attorney General is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, with satellite offices in Warwick, Newport and South Kingstown, Rhode Island. The Attorney General is Rhode Island’s chief law enforcement official, responsible for the prosecution of all felonies and many misdemeanor offenses throughout the state.

Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The office is seeking an Administrative Assistant that will be responsible for paralegal/secretarial duties and offer assistance to the Civil Division and its attorneys. Primary responsibilities include preparation of legal documents and correspondence, entering data for case tracking programs, electronic filing with the Courts, preparing and maintaining case files, assisting with incoming mail and telephone calls and other related duties, as instructed. The position offers a unique and challenging experience for a highly motivated person.

Required Qualifications for Appointment

Education/Qualifications: Applicants must possess superior clerical and organizational skills, as well as the capacity to function at a high level in a demanding environment. Experience may have been gained through employment in a responsible legal assistant position or any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent. Additionally, applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other support staff, attorneys, state agencies and members of the public. Candidates must be computer literate and adept at learning new computer programs. The preferred candidate will have demonstrated experience working as a team member and will have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Odyssey Court Filing System, Power Point, Adobe Pro DC and Dropbox. The qualified applicant must be able to pass an extensive background check.

Supplemental Information

If applying for position by submitting cover letter and resume via mail or email, no need to apply through online system

Application Process:Applicants should submit a (1) a cover letter, (2) resume: and (3) list of three references to:
Aida Crosson Director of Administration Office of the Attorney General 150 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903 ACrosson@riag.ri.gov
The Rhode Island Office of Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or covered veteran status.