Legal Secretary I – Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) – Support Staff

About the role

The Nassau County District Attorney's Office is seeking a bilingual Legal Secretary I to provide essential clerical support in both English and Spanish. This civil service position involves preparing legal documents, managing attorney calendars, and ensuring accurate record‑keeping within a fast‑paced prosecutorial environment.

Key responsibilities

• Type and prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, memoranda, contracts, and transactional materials.
• Proofread files for citation accuracy, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Maintain and update attorneys' calendars, including court dates.
• Operate personal computers and standard office equipment; manage manual and electronic filing systems.
• Use Microsoft Word for document creation and formatting.
• Take minutes during witness examinations, hearings, or court proceedings.
• Perform all duties in Spanish as required.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of satisfactory clerical or secretarial experience.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Residency in Nassau County for a minimum of 12 months.
• Willingness to take and pass a civil service examination.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and document formats.
• Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Ability to type legal documents accurately and efficiently.
• Competence in operating standard office equipment and maintaining records.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within one of the nation’s largest district attorney offices.
• Professional development through civil service training and advancement pathways.
• Stable government employment with competitive benefits.