JOB TITLE: HCRC CLERICAL ASSISTANT (Special Consultant) – TEMPORARY
JOB REQUISITION: 1234
SALARY: $15 PER HOUR
OVERVIEW
The Habeas Corpus Resource Center (HCRC) in San Francisco is recruiting for full- or 3/4-time temporary Clerical Assistant (Special Consultant). This temporary appointment will not last past June 30, 2010. Vacation and sick leave allowance, state holidays, and public transportation transit subsidy are paid. No other benefits are associated with this position except those required by law. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The HCRC is a judicial branch agency established to provide direct legal representation to death row inmates in post-conviction proceedings in state and federal courts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under supervision of legal staff (attorneys, paralegals, librarian, administration, etc.), the clerical assistant will furnish support to case team members working on habeas corpus petitions. Tasks include:
• Preparing documents for scanning and, in some cases, scanning the documents;
• Filing documents after scanning;
• Organizing and indexing documents;
• Assisting in the location and retrieval of factual materials and records from a variety of sources;
• Preparing labels and files;
• Coding documents for the Introspect and CaseMap databases;
• Telephone relief at reception;
• Special projects as assigned; and
• Miscellaneous clerical duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Education equivalent to an AA/AS degree;
• Experience in the operation of personal computers and the use of Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Detail oriented and accurate;
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work harmoniously with several different case teams;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; and
• Knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit
http://www.hcrc.ca.gov for the official application and copy of the job description followed by the supplemental questions. Please read the FAQs about the application procees.
This position requires submission of an official application and response to the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes without these materials will not be considered. Earliest consideration for applications received will be November 18, 2009.
Email your application materials to: JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov
Please put the Job Req # (only) in the subject line
We cannot accept hand-delivered applications – please email to JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov.
Refer to Req #1234 in all communications, including your application. Previous applicants must reapply for further consideration. This position is opened until filled.
Every application is reviewed in its entirety. Candidates whose qualifications best meet the needs of HCRC will be contacted to participate in the interview process. Due to the volume of applications received, we request that applicants do not contact HCRC regarding hiring status and from in-person delivery of applications.
Please Note: If you are selected for hire, the Administrative Office of the Courts will require verification of employment eligibility or authorization to legally work in the United States.
THE HABEAS CORPUS RESOURCE CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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