Legal Assistant III (0331)

Legal Assistant III (0331) in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded. State of Mississippi $43,509.31 - $48,000.00 Annually Location 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS Full-Time Job Number 9573-0649-20261009hind 0649 - DHS-SUPPORT SERVICES Opening Date 10/12/2026 10/26/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada) Agency Minimum Salary $43,509.31 $48,000.00 About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Administrative Hearings and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov. The selected candidate will prepare case files for Hearing Officers. Input Hearing Officer‘s final decision into iManage based upon formal hearing record. Communicate with clients, county offices, and other divisions within the agency. Complete statistical reports of hearings to comply with program and agency rules. Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, work with clients). Organize exhibits, documents, and evidence. Performing other duties as determined necessary by the agency. What you'll need to be Successful Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to make sound, well-informed and objective decisions. Ability to prepare files for Hearing Officers. Ability to work under stress. Ability to meet set deadlines. Ability to work independently and as a team. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.