Long Beach City Attorney's Office is seeking a professional legal assistant to work in the Departmental Counsel Division supporting two attorneys. Primary responsibilities include transactional work, document preparation, calendar management, file management, project coordination, and general administrative duties. A minimum of three years experience as a legal assistant is required; transactional or municipal law experience and/or knowledge of State and Federal court rules, electronic filings and general litigation experience is a plus.Responsibilities Prepare initial drafts, revise, format, finalize, and proofread legal documents (contracts, leases, resolutions, ordinances, opinions, letters, memoranda, etc.).Prepare Temporary Restraining Orders and Writ of Mandate documents.Ensure work is completed timely, correctly, and free of errors.Receive, sort, read, route, and respond to routine mail and inquiries.Maintain calendar and track deadlines for attorneys.Coordinate and schedule meetings and administrative hearings.Establish and maintain a variety of complex, privileged and sensitive files and records.Process resolutions, ordinances and contracts with City departments for finalization and placement on the City Council agenda.Screen and route telephone calls courteously from the public, City Council members, Department Heads and other City employees.Open assignments in CityLaw (case management software) and enter and maintain information.Provide back‑up support to other Departmental Counsel attorneys as needed.Perform other related duties as required.Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent.Three years paid full‑time law firm or law office experience as a legal assistant/secretary.Ability to type accurately at a rate of 60 words per minute or better.Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading and redlining skills.Excellent grammar, punctuation, spelling and usage.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.Solid organizational and multi‑tasking skills.Ability to prioritize tasks and ensure timely completion.Clear and concise communication, orally and in writing.Knowledge of office procedures and legal terminology.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Good judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters.Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.Excellent attendance and professional appearance.Desirable Qualifications Corporate/Government transactional experience.Public Works and/or Construction contracting experience.Knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules and filing procedures.Equal Opportunity Statement The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It values and encourages diversity in its workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. The City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.#J-18808-Ljbffr