Remote Legal Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The Tax Appeals Commission (TAC) is looking for administrative support staff! Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys helping others, finds satisfaction in getting the details right every time, and is comfortable working independently.
Our office is small, and this position is one of two that are entirely on-site. We hope to go through a major modernization in 2027-2029, and you will be a central part of that transition.
The Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission is an independent state agency that was created by the Wisconsin State Legislature to hear and determine disputes between taxpayers and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, as well as a small number of other disputes. The Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission resolves tax disputes in the areas of individual income, corporate income, sales, cigarette, and fuel taxes, as well as homestead and earned income tax credits, and many others.
Position Summary
The Commission Clerk/Legal Secretary position provides confidential administrative and advanced secretarial services for the legal staff of the Tax Appeals Commission.
This essential employee takes the lead as Commission Clerk, office manager, intake coordinator, receptionist, and scheduler for the Commission. This person is the first level of communication for taxpayers through initial intake of appeal petitions, telephone contact, arrangements for teleconferences and hearings, and the drafting of standard Commission correspondence and legal notices.
The position provides confidential administrative support to the Commissioners, including processing mail; attending to logistical details of teleconferences, hearings, and trials; working with the Chair on budget matters; coordinating travel and expenses; and tracking caseload statistics.
The Legal Secretary is also responsible for maintaining the Commission's law library, online subscriptions, and access to electronic research. This position works as a teammate with, and backup for, the Commission Legal Assistant on such projects as proofreading, finalizing, and disseminating rulings and decisions of the Commission and related general office responsibilities. The Legal Secretary must be able to become a Notary Public within six months of starting the position.
For more information, please view the complete position description .
Salary Information
The hourly rate for this position will be $24.61 per hour. This classification is assigned to pay schedule/range 02-12 and is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
Due to the nature of the position, TAC will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. TAC does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.
This position is onsite and not open to remote work. This position is headquartered at 101 E Wilson Street, Madison, WI.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants will have education, training, and/or work experience related to:

• Planning, organizing, scheduling, and coordinating schedules and documents with tight timelines using computer software (e.g.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, or similar)
• Customer service via multi-line phone and email
• Managing the flow of documents in and out of the office (e.g. correspondence management, filing, etc.)
• Office management such as expense reports, paying invoices, ordering supplies, working within a budget, or similar

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job . Please review the instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated.
Submitted materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.
The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Questions can be directed to Taylore Ransom by email at taylore.ransom@wisconsin.gov .
Deadline to Apply
Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm CST on July 27, 2026.