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What is the role of a Legal Secretary III at City of Chesapeake Human Resources?

The Legal Secretary III position at City of Chesapeake Human Resources is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Government/Civil Service field.

Where is this Legal Secretary III job located?

Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Legal Secretary III role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Legal Secretary III job?

$48,170 – $63,825 Yearly Salary

Legal Secretary III job near me in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

Working Title of Vacant PositionLegal Secretary III
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: CITY ATTORNEY
Division: CITY ATTORNEY
Requisition Number: 2026483
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday through Friday. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:

$48,170 – $63,825 /annually

Job Description:

Do you have experience providing advanced administrative support in a legal environment? Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about supporting legal proceedings while serving the citizens of the City of Chesapeake? If so, come join our team as a Legal Secretary III.

Transcribes dictation in the preparation of correspondence and legal papers including motions, orders, warrants in debt, indictments, resolutions, ordinances, summons, briefs, and contracts.
Prepares docket; issues and copies subpoenas; attends court for counsel advisement and court dates.
Creates and maintains files and records for area of responsibility.
Coordinates system updates/upgrades and associated changes to office procedures. Provides oversight of office systems and trains other staff and volunteers on the use and operation of such systems.
Prepares indictments and responses to discovery, schedules appointments with participants, and prepares jury instructions.
Serves as contact person for victims and witnesses.
Provides administrative support for staff including scheduling court assignments and appointments, making travel arrangements, and maintaining calendars.
Delivers documents to courts and maintains listing of documents received.
Performs routine office tasks such as filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning files into the imaging system.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in legal secretarial skills or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three years of full-time experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES: Requires a valid driver’s license in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Job Open Date: 10/16/2026
Job Close Date: 11/01/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Legal Secretary III in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

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