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Located in Naples, FL

Salary: $17/Hr

Legal Support – Government Agency (Collier County, FL)

Compensation & Benefits Overview

Pay: $17 per hour
Pay Schedule: Monthly 
Employment Type: Full-Time | Evaluation Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Naples / Collier County, Florida


Retirement & Financial Benefits

  • Enrollment in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)

    • Pension Plan (vested after 8 years)

    • Investment Plan (vested after 1 year)

  • Employer-funded retirement contributions

  • Mandatory 3% pretax employee contribution

  • Deferred Compensation Program available

  • No Florida state income tax


Leave Benefits

Annual Leave (Full-Time Employees):

  • 0–3 years: 13 days per year

  • 4–5 years: 15 days per year

  • 6–8 years: 20 days per year

  • 9+ years: 30 days per year

  • Annual leave balance capped at 240 hours

  • One Personal Day (8 hours) granted annually

Sick Leave:

  • 13 days per year

  • After 10 years of service, departing employees may receive compensation for 25% of accrued sick leave (up to 480 hours)


Health & Insurance Benefits

  • Health insurance available with no waiting period

  • Coverage may begin as early as the second month of employment

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and supplemental insurance options

  • Flexible Benefits Plan

  • Employee Assistance Program


Additional Benefits

  • Paid Florida state holidays

  • Direct deposit required for monthly payroll

  • Education benefits

  • Credit union access

  • Savings bond program

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

  • Housing assistance programs


Position Overview

A government agency serving Collier County is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and professional staff. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional committed to confidentiality, organization, and public service in a legal environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, edit, and process legal documents including subpoenas, discovery materials, and correspondence

  • Manage attorney calendars; schedule hearings, depositions, and meetings

  • Handle calls, emails, and correspondence professionally and confidentially

  • Maintain electronic and physical case files, exhibits, and evidence

  • Assist attorneys with case preparation and deadline tracking

  • Perform general clerical duties including filing, scanning, and records management


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; legal studies coursework preferred

  • Prior experience in a legal, government, or administrative office strongly preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard office systems

  • Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities

  • Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures is a plus

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