Legal Assistant

Summary The Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders. Responsibilities These positions are located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, DAS-Administrative Services, Office of Hearings and Appeals, Probate Hearings Division, Albuquerque Field Office/Twin Cities Field Office, duty stationed in Albuquerque, New Mexico or Bloomington, Minnesota. At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Receive and transfer phone calls, take and timely communicate phone messages in a professional manner; answer basic and routine questions and inquiries from interested parties; prepare and send faxes and emails; prepare and review time and attendance records. 2. Process all incoming mail,...