Office of the Territorial Public Defender
Legal Secretary Vacancy
(St. Thomas/St. John District)
The Legal Secretary works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Public Defender, Administrator, and Assistant Administrator. The Legal Secretary is responsible for work of a highly confidential nature.
Principle Duties: (Not All Inclusive)
Aids in drafting and typing orders, motions, memoranda, trial briefs and correspondence relative to client’s cases; Updates computerized program as to the present status of each case; Interview clients and witnesses when necessary; Answers the phone and takes messages when necessary; Notifies clients of appointments with attorneys and investigators via telephone and letters; and other duties as assigned.
Requirements: A two-year Secretarial Certificate from an accredited secretarial school, plus two years’ experience as an Administrative Assistant 1 or closely related class; or High School diploma or GED supplemented by seven years of clerical experience, including two years as an Administrative Secretary or closely related class
To apply please forward your resume, cover letter and other credentials to: Renelle C. Stephens, Assistant Administrator, on or before July 26, 2024, via email @ renelle.stephens@otpd.vi.gov, fax #774-3052, and/or hand-delivery at 3730 Altona Suite #200, St. Thomas, VI 00802.
“Equal Opportunity Employer”
