Legal Secretary I

Job Description

Collin County is seeking candidates for the position of Legal Secretary I. This position assists the District Attorney's office by maintaining the court docket, maintaining case files, and preparing legal documents.

Provides administrative support by preparing various reports, assisting clients and visitors, answering and directing phone calls, maintaining office supplies, drafting correspondence, and assisting court personnel as needed. Performs related duties as required.

Candidates must have at least six months of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency, at least one year of related experience, and the ability to pass a typing test at the rate of 45 words per minute or better.

Testing Requirements

This position requires that you pass a typing test at the minimum rate specified above.

• If you have taken a typing test with us within the last 6 months that meets or exceeds the requirements above, you do not need to take it again.

• If you have never taken our typing test, have not met the requirements above, or it has been more than 6 months since your last test, you will need to take the test in order for your application to be complete.

Typing tests are administered in the Human Resources Testing room from 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. You do not need an appointment to test, but you will need to bring a government issued photo ID.