• Participates in the efficient operation of the assigned area by per for ming a wide variety of legal secretarial and technical support duties in order to re lieve attorneys and other staff of a variety of procedural details. Performs general clerical tasks in support of the department.
• Initiates, updates and maintains case files by creating physical and computerized files on new cases and receiving, assembling, sorting categorizing and storing subsequent, case-related materials either physically in a file or on computer database to ensure that information is current and accessible.
• Prepares a variety of legal documents, including but not limited to subpoenas, warrants, petitions, briefs, motions, citations, and pleadings, by typing from transcription, audio tapes, rough draft, oral instruction, dictation or clear copy; reviews drafts for punctuation, spelling and gram mar and makes corrections in order to produce final copies of professional work product.
• Files documents with court offices; processes orders and documents that have been returned by the court; maintains records as required. Mails copies to other parties as appropriate.
• Prepares service packets (summons, complaints, orders, etc.) and forwards to process servers for personal service; tracks service activities and status of summons and complaints.
• Reviews confidential information from a variety of sources and processes related documents; identifies and corrects deletions or errors in accordance with prescribed format; and follows up to secure additional information as needed.
• Determines acceptability of information and proper action to be taken based on established oral or written instructions. Contacts various individuals, agencies or organizations to obtain and relay information; including releases of liens, case settlements, etc.
• Serves as contact/resource person for the area of assignment by screening calls, visitors and mail; re sponds to complaints and requests for information and assistance from the public, County staff and others by inter preting/explaining regulations, procedures, policies, sys tems, rules; researches and gathers information to provide accurate answers and information; refers more technical questions or issues to appro priate legal staff.
• Coordinates activities in the area of assignment by maintaining calendars, scheduling attorney/client meetings or meetings between staff and other groups or organizations, arranging for necessary materials to be available at meetings and arranging business travel for management and professional staff to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Receives and/or requests discovery and processes information by copying reports, police tapes, photos, etc., requesting further needed information and documenting all actions in order to assist attorneys in case preparation.
• Researches, compiles and organizes information and data from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to assigned area; assists in a variety of division operations; performs special projects and assignments as requested.
• Logs reports from various agencies by entering information into the computer; searches for prior offenses; organizes information; forwards information to appropriate parties and follows up, as needed.
• Composes and types let ters, memoranda and basic reports, utilizing word processing software, from general instructions or information related to assigned responsibilities; reviews drafts for punctuation, spelling and gram mar and sug gests/makes corrections to drafts; arranges for, or copies, distributes and files.
• Operates a variety of modern office equipment including copiers, computers and related software, word processors, tape recorders, duplicators and printers.
• At the journey level, may train other staff and/or provide back up to other positions within the assigned department or unit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Legal terminology and proper usage and spelling.
• Legal documents commonly used in the area of assignment and their correct usage and formatting.
• Criminal and/or civil legal processes related to area of assignment.
• Applicable state, federal and local statutes, laws, rules and regulations that apply to the area of assignment.

• Drafting and finalizing legal documents from tapes, handwritten notes and information, and preparing other correspondence.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Effectively interviewing individuals for the purpose of obtaining information.
• Exercising sound judgement when organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, monitoring workload and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Exercising independent judgment in determining and selecting the appropriate processes, alternatives, forms, and desired actions within scope of established work practices, procedures, and commonly used regulations.
• Communicating to others policies, procedures, statutes, local rules, codes and regulations pertaining to assigned pro grams and functions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Thoughtfully and courteously respond to the public, other agencies and County personnel regarding information requests and/or policies and procedures for the assigned area.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, citizens and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
• Use tact and discretion in handling and maintaining sensitive and/or confidential material and information.
• Operate and perform minor upkeep/maintenance of modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to: walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear; and push, pull, move, or lift above and below the neck objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds.

• It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply.
• You must complete all sections of the application. A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
• Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
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• You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character.
• Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
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Mendocino County is located north of the San Francisco Bay Area and includes some of the world's most stunning coastline and redwood forests. Amidst the exquisiteness of the rural geography is a flourishing wine industry. All of the physical beauty of the county combines to create a unique setting in which some are lucky enough to be able to work and live. Hiking, fishing, and whale watching are just a few of the outdoor activities found in the area.

Created in 1850, the county's population is currently over 90,000. Ukiah, the county seat, is situated along Highway 101 and located approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco. It is nestled in the Yokayo Valley in the southern end of the county. Ukiah serves as a regional hub for services and commerce.

Affordable housing is available within the county. In addition, the area boasts good schools, a variety of cultural events, fine restaurants, shopping, and tasting of some of the finest wines and craft beverages in the world.

The County of Mendocino employs approximately 1,200 employees and operates on an annual budget of roughly $235 million. Service locations are distributed throughout the area to place them as close as possible to the widely dispersed communities of the county.

• Legal Secretary II

• County of Mendocino, CA
• Ukiah, California 95482 United States View Map

• Salary: $46,987.20 - $57,137.60 Annually USD

• Posted: Jul 04, 2026
• Location: Ukiah,California

• Full Time
• Clerical and Administrative Support
• Legal Services