LEGAL TECHNICIAN

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LEGAL TECHNICIAN

Salary

$52,565.00 - $71,289.00 Annually

Location

Peoria, IL

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

2024D-07

Department

Legal Department

Opening Date

04/25/2024

  • Applications are required for each vacancy.  Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of applications.  The application must be signed, dated, completely filled in and returned to the Human Resources Department by the filing date indicated on the Vacancy Announcement.  All information submitted is subject to verification.
  • The City only accepts applications for posted positions.
  • If selected, City residency must be established within one year of hire (or within the timeframe outlined in bargaining unit contract, if applicable).  Residency must be maintained for the duration of employment.   Applicants need not be current residents of the City of Peoria to be considered.
  • After an offer of employment but prior to hire, all applicants must complete a medical examination including a drug screen.
  • All new hires will be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • A summary of employment benefits may be obtained by contacting the City’s Human Resources Department.
  • The City’s Administrative Action Plan for Fair Practices is available for inspection by contacting the City’s Equal Opportunity Office, City Hall, Room 303 or by calling (309) 494-8594.
  • Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the selection process may notify the Human Resources Department of such request.

The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

 

Description

SUMMARY:  Assist attorneys with document and file preparation.  This is accomplished by scheduling appointments; handling correspondence; and drafting a variety of legal documents. 

INITIAL SCREENING:  FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024
OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Examples of Duties

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES:  Knowledge of specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature.  Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines; organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction; applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols; using mathematics; communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; and preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias; perform the four basic arithmetic operations; and to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.  

Minimum Qualifications

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  Six-months to one year of advanced study or training past high school equivalency like community college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools and one to three years progressively responsible related experience, a typing speed of 40 wpm and be able to meet the transportation requirements of the job required.

A background check will also be performed.  Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, considered.

Supplemental Information

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.  Work is performed in a normal office environment.   Working conditions are relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.  *Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process. 

PENSION PROGRAM: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF): Ten years required for vesting. IMRF Death Benefit – Annual Salary after 1 year's service. IMRF Disability Benefit – 50% of Salary up to 30 months after 1 year's service.

Employee Contribution (12.15%)
Social Security - 7.65%
IMRF - 4.50%
 
Employer Contribution (14.33%)
Social Security - 7.65%
IMRF - 6.68%

VACATION: No Vacation in first year of employment. Earn 6.67 hours per month.

1st Year of Service - 2 Weeks paid Vacation (Earned Monthly)
After 1 year of Service - 1 additional day earned per year up to 4 weeks

Employees can 'Roll Over' 1 year's plus 1 week vacation accrual from year to year.  Credit may be given to new hires for prior government service for accruals.
 
SICK LEAVE: 6.67 hours per month earned. No limit on total days accumulated.   Limit of 120 days paid out upon termination.  (Percentage of Career Salary)
 
PERSONAL LEAVE:  Earn 2.67 hours per month.

In First Year of Service - Accrued monthly, up to 4 days per year
2 to 5 Years of Service - 4 days per year
5 Years and Over - 5 days per year

 HOLIDAYS: 10 Paid Holidays per year.
 
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: Coverage effective first day of the next month following completion of one calendar month of employment. Members may opt out of the City's insurance program with proof of other coverage – coverage for dependents is optional. The City of Peoria Health Insurance offers two (2) plan options for coverage. Bi-weekly premiums for employees depend on which plan is selected. On your hire date, you will meet with City's Patient Advocate to receive detailed information on the plans and the appropriate premium cost.  Depending on plan selection, you can enroll in the Flexible Spending Program (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
                                       
LOW DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Only $49.62/per pay
Member + Partner $169.33/per pay
Member + Child(ren) $133.98/per pay
Member + Family $233.84/per pay
                                                        
HIGH  DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Only $24.82/per pay
Member + Partner $84.67/per pay
Member + Child(ren) $66.99/per pay
Member + Family $116.92per pay
 
LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 group term Life Insurance and $50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance – No cost to employee. 

Optional Term Life Insurance:  Opportunity for extra life insurance in amount up to annual salary (subject to insurance company approval). Employer pays half of monthly premium.
 
CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE: Savings accounts/loan accounts/checking accounts located at 505 NE Monroe, Peoria, IL 61602; Phone: (309) 494-8790; FAX: (309) 494-8793; Hours: 8am – 12pm and 1pm – 4:50pm, Monday through Friday.
 
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Available on class-by-class basis, if funds are available, for job-related classes, based on prevailing rates at public institutions, based on grade, upon approval.
 
DEFERRED COMPENSATION:   Three major 457 Plans available. Voya Financial, ICMA, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions
 
WORKER'S COMPENSATION: Self-Insured Plan.
 
RESIDENCY:  You are required to establish residency with Peoria city limits within one year of employment.  However, if you choose to waive the requirement, you must live within a twenty (20) mile radius of City Hall and give up 2% of your base pay for five (5) years.  You will need to complete a Waiver of Residency form in the Human Resources Department.

Agency
City of Peoria
Address
419 Fulton Street
Human Resources Department, Room 203
Peoria, Illinois, 61602
Phone
309-494-8578