Board of Professional Responsibility Legal Assistant – Grievance/CAP

The Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee is seeking to hire a Legal Assistant – Grievance/CAP.  Under general supervision is responsible for secretarial support and administrative assistance work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. This position is hybrid and located in Brentwood, Tennessee. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Creates and maintains effective filing and tracking systems

• Maintains databases as assigned; maintains various lists; verifies data entry and produces reports as requested

• Performs a variety of administrative duties involving information compilation, monitoring, routine research, liaison work and providing public information

• Conveys and receives information to and from staff, attorneys, Courts and the general public, in person, by telephone and by correspondence

• Works independently to assist attorneys with keeping all files current

• Assists with scanning tasks as assigned 

• Log, scan and prepare outgoing and incoming correspondence with Grievances and CAP

• Place or return phone calls and e-mails to or from Grievances and CAP

• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited high school and at least five (5) years’ experience as a full-time secretary or administrative assistant or educational equivalent such as Paralegal Certification, Associate’s degree in Paralegal or Legal Assistant Studies, or current Certified Professional Secretary designation.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:  Knowledge of administrative principles, legal practices and terminology, office practices and procedures; ability to prioritize work according to general deadlines; proficiency in computer and word processing skills, including Microsoft Office and Word; ability to maintain confidences due to the highly confidential nature of the work of the Board. 

This position requires a criminal background check.  Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer