This is a County of Humboldt job position; however, the job application is submitted through Merit System Services.  To apply for this position, click on this link      https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mss/jobs/4627198/legal-clerk-i-ii    Performs specialized and responsible office support work that requires knowledge of legal terminology and legal clerical procedures; and performs related work as required. LEGAL CLERK I Working under close supervision, Legal Clerk I is the entry/trainee level in the Legal Clerk series. Employees in this class receive in-service training and are given detailed instructions in the performance of the more routine legal clerical duties. As requisite skills and knowledge are developed, greater independence and the full scope of responsibility are exercised. Unless a position is permanently allocated to this level due to the nature of the work, employees are expected to promote to Legal Clerk II after one year of satisfactory performance at the Legal Clerk I level. LEGAL CLERK II Working under general supervision, Legal Clerk II is the journey level in the Legal Clerk series. Incumbents are expected to be fully qualified and able to perform a wide range of legal office support work. They work with a higher level of independent responsibility for precision and accuracy in producing notices and documents identified with legal matters and proceedings. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower level of Legal Clerk I, or if filled from the outside, require prior related experience. This classification series differs from the Legal Assistant classification in that Legal Clerks perform the more routine legal clerical support duties that involve producing forms, notices, and documents. They do not serve in a paraprofessional capacity and do not conduct research or provide input on legal positions or arguments.Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: (For Legal Clerk I, duties are performed at the trainee level) * Processes, maintains, and prepares a variety of legal forms, records, and reports; verifies that information or data is complete, accurate, consistent, and in conformance with prescribed format, procedures, and regulations. * Gathers and reviews confidential information from agencies and processes documents related to assignments; communicates with affected parties to gather needed information and explain procedures. * Determines acceptability of information and proper action to be taken based on established oral or written instructions. * Contacts various agencies and organizations regarding the status of documents such as releases of liens, case settlements, etc. * Receives, assembles, and maintains files and other information related to court actions; updates computer information; maintains court calendars by scheduling and reviewing court dates; files information or forwards to staff members. * Files pleadings, orders, judgments, and a variety of other legal documents in the appropriate court. * Identifies and corrects deletions or errors in accordance with prescribed format; follows up to secure additional information as needed. * Produces a variety of legal documents including, but not limited to, Notices of Hearing, Subpoenas, Petitions, Dispositions, Dismissals, Monthly and Special Reviews, Warrants, and Special Orders, in addition to letters, reports, and fiscal or statistical reports. * Types from electronic recording devices; proofs typewritten materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, format, layout, and clarity of language; may verify the consistency, completeness and accuracy of references and other information. * Receives and screens calls for attorneys; provides information based on knowledge of policies and procedures; performs follow up on caller requests as needed. * Logs reports from law enforcement agencies; searches manual and automated systems for prior offenses and other relevant information; receives and processes discovery requests and gathers information. * Maintains information related to assignments by entering information into a manual or computerized data system; serves as a court liaison regarding assigned work activities and related matters. * May attend court proceedings to take notes and/or enter narratives into a database; may produce and file documents as a result of court proceedings. * Performs related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Modern office procedures, techniques, and equipment. Clerical and department work practices, procedures, specific rules, precedence, and regulations. Proper English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation. Knowledge of legal terminology, phraseology, documents, and procedures. Business letter writing. Filing, indexing, and recording systems and procedures. Ability to: Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Understand and apply laws, rules, and policies applicable to legal office procedures. Exercise independent judgment in determining and selecting the appropriate processes, alternatives, forms, and desired actions within the bounds of established work practices, procedures, and commonly used regulations. Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive reports and records. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Maintain confidentiality. Use discretion in organizing work and carrying out assignments with minimum supervision. Minimum Qualifications LEGAL CLERK I One (1) year of full-time experience as an Office Assistant II; OR Two (2) years of full-time experience performing general clerical work. LEGAL CLERK II One (1) year of full-time experience as a Legal Clerk I; OR Two (2) years of full-time experience performing clerical work in a legal office environment.CalPERS Retirement *    Tier I: Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7 @ 55 *    Tier II: Post 7/6/2012: 2.0 @ 55 *    Tier III: Post 1/1/2013: 2.0 @ 62  Selection Procedure The County's Human Resources system operates by a set of rules and procedures which ensure that employees are hired and promoted on the basis of merit and fitness for the job.  Jobs are filled through competitive examinations.   A complete online application is required for this position. All application materials will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts. Those candidates considered to be the most qualified, based on the application materials submitted, will be invited to a written and/or oral examination, or an evaluation of education and experience.   Policy of Nondiscrimination The County of Humboldt does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Human Resources is wheelchair-accessible by entering the Courthouse from the ramp located on the east side of the building next to the marked handicapped parking. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact Human Resources at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination for assistance.   The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.   How to Apply A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for.  Although this is a County of Humboldt job position, and you may access the job flyer at http://www.humboldtgov.org/hr , the application must be submitted through the Merit System Services website at www.mss.ca.gov no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer.  The link for the Merit System Services website is located at the top of the job flyer.   All applications are screened by subject matter experts.  The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.   It is important that your application show all the relevant experience and education you possess.   Please read the job requirements section of the announcement.  Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.  Your performance in this examination will be compared with the performance of others who take the test.  All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores.  The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.  Scores will be provided in writing only.   To fill a vacancy, Merit Systems Services furnishes the employing department with the most qualified candidate names for the position.   EXAMINATION INFORMATION    TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION - WEIGHTED 100%    The Training & Experience Examination is designed to elicit a range of specific information regarding each candidate's knowledge, skill, abilities, and potential to effectively perform the duties relative to the classification. Responses to the questionnaire will be assessed based on pre-determined rating criteria. All applicants must complete the entire examination to receive a score. In order to obtain a position on the eligible list, candidates must receive a minimum rating of 70% on the examination.    Examination administration and processing time is approximately two weeks after the closing date of the job bulletin.    If conditions warrant, an Experience and Education examination may be conducted in lieu of the Training and Experience examination.  Please review the Experience and Education examination information below:    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION - WEIGHTED 100%  The Education & Experience examination is based solely upon information provided from the application and supplemental information (e.g., resumes, transcripts). Information provided from the application and supplemental information will be assessed compared to a standard developed in relation to the elements of the. Special care should be taken to submitting a complete description of your education and experience relevant to the typical tasks, scope, and minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin. Supplemental information will be accepted, but competitors should read this bulletin carefully to determine what kind of information will be useful to those individuals completing the evaluation. In order to obtain a position on the eligible list, candidates must receive a minimum rating of 70% on the examination.    Examination administration and processing time is approximately two weeks after the closing date of the job bulletin.    ELIGIBLE LIST INFORMATION  A departmental open eligible list will be established for the county of Humboldt. The list will be utilized for 12 months after it is established unless the needs of the service and conditions of the list warrant a change in this period.    RETEST PERIOD Once you have taken the examination, you may not retest for SIX (6) MONTHS from the established eligibility date.   SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS  Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact CalHR at mssprogram@calhr.ca.gov or 916-909-3701 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination. MEDICAL EXAMINATION:  A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.   OTHER EXAMINATIONS:  Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.             LICENSES:  Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses.  Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver's license.   PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period.  This is normally six months, but may be up to one year.  All designated safety employees serve a one year probationary period.   EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY:  It is the County's intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990.  If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States.  For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.   The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.   All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).  Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.  Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.   THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.  THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.