Kings County Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $46,134.40 - $56,284.80 Annually
Location : Kings County Government Center, 1400 W. Lacey Blvd, Hanford, CA
Job Type: Full-time permanent
Job Number: 2025-146
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Kings County District Attorney Office is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of:
LEGAL SECRETARY
$46,134.40 - $56,284.80 Annually
We are seeking a Legal Secretary to provide advanced legal and administrative support to attorneys. This key role prepares and processes complex legal documents, coordinates office activities, and ensures accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality in daily operations. Ideal for organized, detail-driven professionals who thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and are committed to public service.
If you are organized, detail-oriented, and committed to public service, we encourage you to apply today!
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DUTY SAMPLE
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Drafts pleadings, subpoenas, contracts, briefs, ordinances and other legal documents and correspondence, memoranda and reports from stenographic notes, brief instructions, or prior materials.
• Calendars and schedules court dates, meetings and appointments for attorneys; files or arranges for the filing of legal briefs and other necessary paperwork with the court.
• Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls, providing information regarding the particular area of assignment, which may require the use of judgment and interpretation of policies and procedures or taking messages or referring the caller to the proper attorney.
• Processes a variety of legal agreements, contracts, etc., following attorney's instructions.
• Researches and compiles a variety of informational materials.
• Types drafts and a wide variety of finished documents, including both general and legal-related correspondence and documents; utilizes word processing equipment to input or retrieve data and prepare reports using a personal or on-line computer system.
• Independently initiates specified correspondence such as transmittal letters for signature by appropriate staff; reviews finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage.
• Organizes and maintains chronological and other files.
• Relieves attorneys of certain administrative matters by following up on projects, transmitting information, keeping informed of pertinent activities, and scheduling and arranging for meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **Minimum requirements must be met by the closing date**
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of legal secretarial and/or office administrative experience in a public agency legal office or private law firm.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Licenses:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check, which includes a credit check.
SELECTION PROCESS: **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or a written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) to determine placement on the eligible list. Note: Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
You must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date.
Tentative Recruitment Schedule:
Closing Date: July 6, 2026
Human Resources Interviews: Week of July 22, 2026
Department Interview: TBD
Retirement Benefits: Eligible employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System, known as CalPERS. The County contracts with the CalPERS for this benefit in the miscellaneous or safety plans as appropriate. The County has reciprocity with other qualifying public retirement systems in California.
Effective January 1, 2013, all new members to CalPERS, or existing members with more than a 6 month break in service from a qualifying previous public employer, will be enrolled in one of the following CalPERS retirement plans (with three year average final compensation) based on their classification:
Miscellaneous - 2% at 62
Safety - 2.7% at 57
If a new employee is currently a member of a qualifying California public retirement plan without a break in service of no more than 6 months (documentation will be required), or ever worked for Kings County previously, they may qualify instead for either of these plans (with single highest year final compensation) in effect prior to January 1, 2013:
Miscellaneous - 2% at 55
Safety - 3% at 55
The new formulas will not apply to existing County employees hired prior to 12/31/12 who promote or transfer to a different position, or into a position covered by a different PERS plan (e.g. move from a position covered by the Miscellaneous Plan to one covered by the Safety Plan).
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, mental health, and chiropractic care for employees and their eligible dependents is available. The portion of the monthly cost that the employees are responsible for depends on their bargaining unit. The County offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The County has an Employee Health Center available to Kings County employees and their dependents enrolled in the County health plan.
Deferred Compensation: Participation is voluntary. One plan with several investment options is available. For more information on the eligibility of a contribution match, please refer to the applicable
Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and day after, Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; and half-day New Year's Eve. Holiday credit may vary for law enforcement, fire, and other employees required to work on a holiday. Refer to the for information on the paid holiday closure.
Vacation: Eligible employees earn from two to four weeks of paid vacation per year, depending on their length of service and bargaining unit agreements.
Sick Leave: Sick Leave is accrued for each hour worked. Accrual rates vary depending on date of hire and bargaining unit agreements. The accumulation of sick leave starts from your first day of employment and sick leave may be requested subsequent to the time it is earned.
Retiree Health Insurance: Upon retirement from the County, and depending on bargaining unit agreements, a percentage of accrued sick leave may be converted to be used to pay for retiree health insurance benefits for eligible employee and spouse.
Education Reimbursement Program: Full-time, permanent employees are eligible to receive up to $500 for units earned toward an associate's degree, or up to $1,500 for units toward a bachelor's or master's degree. Permanent employees who work at least half-time are eligible. Extra help employees are not eligible. Courses must be to increase their knowledge or ability to perform their present job or to prepare for a higher level job with the County. This program is subject to annual funding.
Flexible Benefits Program: Optional program allows employees to pay for certain qualified benefits with pre-tax salary (such as child care expenses, unreimbursed medical costs, or health insurance premiums).
Specialty Pays: See for information.
Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision or procedure described herein may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
01
The application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed fully. The following supplemental questions are used to help determine qualifications and eligibility to continue in the recruitment process. All education and experience used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on the education and work history portion of your application. Incomplete applications or supplemental questionnaires cannot be revised after submission and may be grounds for rejection. Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" or brief general statements will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications may be rejected. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and will follow the application instructions.

• I Accept

02
Do you have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent?

• Yes, I graduated from high school.
• Yes, I passed a GED equivalency exam.
• I did not graduate from high school or pass a GED equivalency exam, but I have attained a degree from an accredited college or university.
• None of the above.

03
Please list your education from an accredited college or university. BE SPECIFIC Include the following information: 1) Name of college or university you attended; 2) Degree received; 3) Major and minor studied; 4) Number of units completed and indicate semester or quarter units. Type "N/A" if you do not possess any units from an accredited college or university.
04
Please indicate below the amount of legal secretarial and/or office administrative experience in a public agency legal office or private law firm.

• Less than two (2) years of experience.
• Two (2) years or more of experience.
• None.

05
Describe your legal secretarial experience. BE SPECIFIC. in your response, include the following:1.) the name of your employer, 2.) your job title, 3.) relevant job duties, and 4.) dates you were employed. If no applicable experience, type "N/A".
06
Describe your office administrative experience in a public agency legal office or private law firm. BE SPECIFIC. in your response, include the following:1.) the name of your employer, 2.) your job title, 3.) relevant job duties, and 4.) dates you were employed. If no applicable experience, type "N/A".
07
Describe your experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat. BE SPECIFIC. Include the type of work you produced using these programs. If no experience, type "N/A".
08
Do you possess a current, valid California Driver's License (CADL)? NOTE: Military Spouses, please attach copies of your supporting documentation. For more information on how to add attachments to your application, click

• Yes, I possess a valid CADL.
• No, I do not possess a valid CADL, but am ABLE to obtain one prior to appointment.
• No, I do not possess a CADL, but I am a military spouse with a valid driver's license issued by the state of my active-duty spouse's legal residency. I understand that I will be required to submit documents to verify, including but not limited to my dependent ID, my spouse's current out-of-state driver's license, or any other document necessary to verify the information.
• No, I do not possess a valid CADL, and am UNABLE to obtain one prior to employment.

09
This position requires the ability to qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check, which includes a credit check.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

10
Please provide any additional information relevant to your qualifications for this position that you believe should be considered when evaluating your application. If not applicable, type "N/A".
11
I understand that only a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included all current and at least 15 years previous work history and education. I also understand that my application must show all the relevant education and experience that I possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. Additionally, I understand that the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions.

• I Accept.

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