Legal Secretary 1 – State Government

About the role

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Legal Secretary 1 to support the Division of Child Support Services in Marietta, GA. This position reports to the Legal Services Supervisor and contributes to the agency’s mission of strengthening families by ensuring timely legal correspondence and case management. The role offers a stable public‑service career with a comprehensive benefits package.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, parties, and court officials.
• Open, close, organize, and maintain case files and reference materials.
• Prepare and process legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pre‑trial agreements.
• Retrieve, copy, and distribute files and documents as needed.
• Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, and handle telephone communications.
• Type and edit office memos, briefs, motions, and other legal documents from notes or dictation using standard office equipment.
• Perform additional professional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one (1) year of experience in an office setting using computer software, preferably in a legal environment.
• Preferred: one (1) year of experience in a legal office or two (2) years reviewing legal documents and using typical legal‑office technology, or experience as an administrative assistant.

What we offer

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long/short‑term care.
• Retirement plans: 401(k) and 457 plans.
• 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Employee discount programs.
• Telework opportunities depending on the position.