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The Judicial Council for the First Circuit seeks applications from qualified persons for the position of Circuit Executive. The Circuit Executive, working under the direction of the Chief Circuit Judge, administers nonjudicial activities of the court of appeals, including personnel, budget and finance, property control, and automation and telecommunication services. The Circuit Executive provides staff support for, and serves as secretary to, the Circuit Judicial Council in its various functions. In addition, the Circuit Executive serves as liaison to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, the Federal Judicial Center, other federal courts, and the courts of the various States in which the circuit is located, the marshal's office, State and local bar associations, civic groups, news media, and other private and public groups concerned with the administration of the circuit. Successful candidates should have a minimum of ten years progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least five years in a position of substantial responsibility; experience in federal courts is preferred. A postgraduate degree in public, business, or judicial administration or a JD or LL.B degree may be substituted for up to two years of administrative experience. A JD or LL.B degree is desirable but not required. Successful candidates must also demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, and experience with automated systems is highly useful. Depending on qualifications, the Circuit Executive may receive a salary up to $130,200. The duty station is Boston, Massachusetts. The desired starting date is July 1, 2001. Applicants should send five copies of a resume and salary history to the Circuit Executive Search Committee, c/o Susan Krueger, Assistant Circuit Executive, United States Courthouse, Suite 3706, United States Courthouse, One Courthouse Way, Boston, Massachusetts 02210, phone 617-748-9614. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, February 6, 2001. The Circuit Judicial Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (posted 1/7/00) |
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Jensen Baird Gardner & Henry seeks a highly motivated secretary to work in its expanding Governmental Services Practices Group. The successful candidate will have strong Word skills, common sense, be organized and enjoy client phone contact. This is an excellent opportunity in a strong team environment. Send resume including salary requirements to: Jensen Baird Gardner & Henry Attn: Human Resources P.O. Box 4510 Portland, Maine 04112 (posted 1/7/00) |
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- Energetic, positive person with outstanding communication skills. Billing & bookkeeping exp. helpful. Reply to Hodsdon and Clifford, 56 Portland Rd., Kennebunk, ME 04043 (posted 1/7/00) |
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High school graduate or equivalent. Three to five years legal experiencd. Two year degree in secretarial science or legal secretary desired. Excellent typing/keyboard skills required. Must be able to deal effectively with the public and attorneys. The salary is $12.00 an hour. An excellent benefit package is offered. Apply by January 15, 2001. Application forms for this position are available at the Human Resources Office, Cumberland County Courthouse, 142 Federal Street, Portland, Maine 04101 (207) 775-6809. The County of Cumberland encourages diversity in its workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (posted 1/7/00) |
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High school graduate or equivalent. Three to five years legal experiencd. Two year degree in secretarial science or legal secretary desired. Excellent typing/keyboard skills required. Must be able to deal effectively with the public and attorneys. The salary is $12.00 an hour. An excellent benefit package is offered. Apply by January 15, 2001. Application forms for this position are available at the Human Resources Office, Cumberland County Courthouse, 142 Federal Street, Portland, Maine 04101 (207) 775-6809. The County of Cumberland encourages diversity in its workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (posted 1/7/00) |
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Medium size Portland law firm seeks exp. permanent part time (+/- 30 hrs., 4 or 5 days per week) Secretary; this #floating# position supports many practice areas; schedule is flexible to suit mothers and others; WP for Windows and GroupWise a plus; exc. benefits with insurance available. Reply to Administrator, P. O. Box 9711, Portland, ME 04104-5011. (posted 1/7/00) |
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We have a full-time legal secretarial position open in our litigation department supporting one associate in our medical malpractice group. We require excellent oral and written communication skills and three or more years of legal experience. Preference will be given to candidates with prior litigation experience. We offer competitive compensation, a 37.5 hour work week, a flexible benefits plan including health, dental, life, disability, reimbursement accounts, and a generous 401 (k) and pension plan. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter by January 17 to: Elizabeth L. Carder Administrator Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC P.O. Box 4600 Portland, ME 04112 (posted 1/7/00) |
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We have a full-time paralegal position available in our litigation department. The person in this position will devote approximately one-half of their time to medical malpractice matters and the other half to general liability matters. Preference will be given to candidates with prior litigation experience and a bachelor’s degree. We offer competitive compensation, a 37.5 hour work week, a flexible benefits plan including health, dental, life, disability, reimbursement accounts, and a generous 401 (k) and pension plan. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter by January 17 to: Elizabeth L. Carder Administrator Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC P.O. Box 4600 Portland, ME 04112 (posted 1/7/00) |
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Pierce Atwood, Northern New England's largest law firm, is currently looking for a highly organized individual to join the Trust & Estates and Tax practice groups. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of Trust & Estates administration and trust accounting experience; have the ability to independently manage workload, manage multiple priorities, and meet project deadlines. This individual will be responsible for managing multiple aspects of estate and trust administrations and preparing income and estate tax returns. Strong interpersonal skills required and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications preferred. Please send resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources, Pierce Atwood One Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101 Email to cduley@pierceatwood.com, Or fax 207-791-1350. www.pierceatwood.com 330414 (posted 10/2/00) |
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Berman & Simmons, P.A., a busy litigation law firm, has two openings in its Lewiston office. Both positions require that candidates have prior experience and knowledge in areas of personal injury, civil and criminal litigation. must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as excellent typing and proofreading skills. Knowledge of WordPerfect 9 preferred. We offer an excellent wage and benefit package. If you are dependable, team-oriented, self-motivated, enjoy helping others and want to be associated with a firm that is listed in The Best Lawyers in America, please send your resume and cover letter to: Personnel Manager Berman & Simmons, P.A. P.O. Box 961 Lewiston, ME 04243-0961 (posted 10/2/00) |
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MAINE STATE LEGISLATURE Systems Support Coordinator Office of Clerk of the House and Office of the Secretary of the Senate Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: maintenance of existing chamber support applications, development of interfaces between applications and databases, coordination of vendor and internal system support functions, analysis and design of new client/server applications and databases, specification and development of new applications, coordination of the flow of electronic data between the chambers, and supporting the implementation of chamber automation. Minimum qualifications: a 4-year degree and at least 2 years of work experience in information systems. The salary range for this position is $38,188.80 to $58,468.80; starting salary will be based on experience. Please send a letter of application and resume by October 16, 2000 to Joseph W. Mayo, Clerk of the House, 2 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0002. (posted 10/2/00) |
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MAINE STATE LEGISLATURE Systems Support Coordinator Office of Clerk of the House and Office of the Secretary of the Senate Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: maintenance of existing chamber support applications, development of interfaces between applications and databases, coordination of vendor and internal system support functions, analysis and design of new client/server applications and databases, specification and development of new applications, coordination of the flow of electronic data between the chambers, and supporting the implementation of chamber automation. Minimum qualifications: a 4-year degree and at least 2 years of work experience in information systems. The salary range for this position is $38,188.80 to $58,468.80; starting salary will be based on experience. Please send a letter of application and resume by October 16, 2000 to Joseph W. Mayo, Clerk of the House, 2 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0002. (posted 10/2/00) |
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Penquis C.A.P. Inc. The Penquis Law Project, a small public interest law project specializing in family law, is seeking one full time and one part time attorney fellow. The fellowships are an 18 month position. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and prior experience working with domestic violence victims is preferred. Admission to Maine bar and good standing required. Competitive salary, low $30,000's and benefits package for full time employment. Send resume and writing sample to: Human Resources, Penquis C.A.P., Inc., 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine 04401. Applications will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 16, 2000. Application forms and job descriptions are available from Penquis C.A.P., Inc., 262 Harlow Street, PO Box 1162, Bangor, ME 04402, Tel: 973-3500, TDD: 973-3520 In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis C.A.P., Inc., does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. (posted 10/2/00) |
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Immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Clerk (37.5 hours weekly) with the Superior Court in Portland. This is an entry-level clerical position involving extensive contact with the public and legal professionals. Duties include typing (at least 45 wpm), familiarity with and proficiency in computer operations, and responding to the public. Requirements: a high school graduation or equivalent, with experience in office procedures a definite plus. Salary is $8.76 (hourly), with additional benefits. The value of the State's bi-weekly contribution for employee benefits is as follows: Health Insurance $181.38, Dental Insurance $9.88, and Retirement is 12.28% of salary. EOE/AA. Deadline: Close of Business Monday, October 9, 2000. Please send letter of application and resume to: Sally Bourget, Clerk of Court Cumberland County Courthouse P.O. Box 287 Portland, Maine 04112 NO PHONE INQUIRIES, PLEASE (posted 10/2/00) |
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For small fast-paced law firm in Portland's Old Port. Full or Part-time. Non-smoking environment. Detailed, quick learner. Word Perfect, Windows experience helpful. Parking included. Must state typing speed. Pay commensurate with experience. Please indicate salary requirements. Send resume to Advertiser, P.O. Box 4222, Station A, Portland, ME 04101 (posted 9/25/00) |
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Needed full-time for two-attorney law firm. Benefits. Salary based upon experience. Send resume to: Office Manager, P.O. Box 1028 Kennebunk, ME 04043 or fax to: 985-2693 (posted 9/25/00) |
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The Maine Legislative Council seeks qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director is the chief administrative officer of the Legislature, which has a 2-year budget of $36 million and 200 employees. The Executive Director works at the direction of the Legislative Council, a 10-member bicameral administrative body of the Legislature, and with the nonpartisan legislative staff office directors, Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House. The Executive Director is primarily responsible for coordinating the development and managing the implementation of legislative management policies and procedures, and supervising all legislative administrative and financial functions. Responsibilities of the position include: directing the planning, human resources and budgeting processes of the Legislature; overseeing personnel, information systems and services, facilities and financial management; and supervising the operations of the 100-employee nonpartisan legislative staff offices. Requirements: A bachelor's degree and at least 10 years, or a master's degree and at least 8 years, of public policy and management experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 3 years of experience in a senior management position is required. Applicants must have a demonstrated ability to lead and manage people, identify and solve intricate management problems and facilitate and implement complex policy, personnel and budgetary decisions. An ability to communicate effectively and work well with others in a dynamic environment is essential. A working knowledge of the operations and procedures of state government is required. Broad and varied experience in planning, administration, policy analysis and project management is desired and experience in working in state government or state legislatures is preferred. The 9-step salary range is $66,500 to $101,940. Beginning compensation will be negotiated with the Search Committee which will take qualifications, experience and salary history into consideration. The value of State paid benefits is $176.54 biweekly for health and dental insurance; contributions to the Maine State Retirement System are equivalent to 16.10% of the employee's gross pay. Please submit a letter of application and resume by Thursday, October 12, to: Search Committee Office of the Executive Director of the Legislative Council Maine Legislature 115 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333 (207) 287-1615 e-mail: Etta.Begin@state.me.us (posted 9/18/00) |
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(Search reopened) The Maine Municipal Association has reopened the search for a Legislative Advocate. This position is responsible for representing municipal government interests before the Maine Legislature and various state and federal agencies. Responsibilities include staffing MMA's legislative policy making process, drafting legislation, writing/editing weekly Legislative Bulletin and informational materials, working with legislators and legislative committees, and monitoring and analyzing municipal issues. The successful candidate will possess strong advocacy, research and written and oral communication skills. Applicant should be familiar with local, state and federal government, and possess knowledge of Maine's legislative process. MMA is seeking a hard-working candidate who appreciates the important role of municipal government, enjoys working with municipal leaders and legislators, and is extremely skilled in the art of expressing ideas. Important consideration will be given to relevant work experience, including writing for publication and working within and among municipal, regional and state agencies. Consideration will also be given to educational attainments, such as a degree in public administration, political science, law or a related field. Salary is negotiable based on experience and training, plus a comprehensive benefit package. Resume with cover letter and salary requirements must be received by Friday, October 13, 2000 at 5:00 p.m. Please direct all correspondence to: Director of Personnel Services Maine Municipal Association 60 Community Drive Augusta, Maine 04330 MMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (posted 9/18/00) |
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Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau, Pachios & Haley is a large multi-office law firm based in Portland with 160 professional and support staff. We strive for excellence in serving our clients who range from international Fortune 100 companies to small business startups. Our culture is fast-paced with stimulating challenges and rewards. We are currently seeking a hands-on IS Manager to lead our firm in implementing new technological solutions to assure our future growth and success. Job Description: Reporting to the firm Administrator, this position has overall responsibility for all system related issues to include creating system documentation, internet and intranet systems development, department budgeting and staffing, project planning and managing to completion of all aspects of large-scale network integration projects in an AS400 environment. Critical responsibilities include server uptime, disaster recovery and capacity planning and fault tolerance issues for file servers. You must be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of Windows NT including system installation, Microsoft networking, security policy administration, firewalls, event log interpretation and support for servers, workstations (desktop and laptop), network hardware and peripherals. Additionally, you must be able to respond rapidly to operational requirements from the user community and have the ability to remain focused within the context of conflicting priorities. Experience/skills: Extremely strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills are essential for this position. TEAMWORK is a must as well as the ability to lead and motivate a staff of 2-3 team members. You should possess demonstrated, clear and effective analytical documentation skills as well as hands-on help desk and/or technical support experience. A BS or advanced degree in Computer Science is preferred but with a positive attitude, enthusiasm and your willingness to roll up your sleeves and lead, combined with equivalent experience will compensate. We will offer a highly competitive salary and benefit package to the chosen candidate. Please direct all inquiries to: Human Resources Manager, Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau, Pachios & Haley, LLC, One City Center, Portland, Maine 04102 or Email resume in Word format to psloring@preti.com. No phone calls please. (posted 9/18/00) |
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EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY Dynamic downtown Portland law firm seeks an Associate with at least two years' experience in some of the following areas: Commercial and corporate transactions, commercial lending, real estate and land use. Competitive salary and benefits package including generous 401(k) and profit-sharing plan. Please send resume in confidence to: Jonathan T. Harris Lambert, Coffin, Rudman & Hochman 477 Congress Street, 14th Floor P.O. Box 15215 Portland, Maine 04112-5215 Tel (207) 871-7033 * Fax (207) 871-0394 WWW:http://www.lcrh.com E-mail: jharris@lcrh.com (posted 9/18/00) |
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Wanted for small Old Port firm. Will train, but salary commensurate with experience. Civil litigation. State salary requirement to be considered. Reply to: P.O. Box 4222, Station A Portland, ME 04101. (posted 9/18/00) |
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Exciting opportunity. Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau, Pachios & Haley, LLC, a general practice firm is looking for an individual to join our group of highly trained professionals as a member of our Portland office. The successful candidate will have a strong legal background, be a self starter, be responsible and dedicated to providing excellent service to our clients with little supervision. Additionally, this person should enjoy a fast paced organization, work well as a team member and be an excellent communicator. Foreign language background is a plus. We offer an excellent salary and benefit package including retirement and 401K plans. For immediate consideration please submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 9546, Portland, ME 04112-9546. All inquiries will be handled in strict confidence and will be answered. EOE (posted 9/18/00) |
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District Attorney's Office is seeking a Secretary to provide secretarial and trial assistant services. Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably supplemented by courses in secretarial science or business. Applicants must possess a high degree of secretarial skills including filing management, a working knowledge of business English, secretarial skills including filing management, a working knowledge of business English, and ability to draft and compose effective correspondence. Must have excellent typing skills and extensive technical computer experience. Organization, the ability to work under pressure and to work on multiple assignments including maintaining all scheduling with minimal supervision is required. Requires a high level of confidentiality. Starting hourly pay is $12.36 for 371/2 hours a week. An excellent benefit package is offered including health and life insurance, educational incentives, income protection plan, paid vacation, sick leave, optional Maine State Retirement, 457 plan and free parking. Application forms for this position are available at the Human Resources Office, Law Enforcement Center, 36 County Way, Portland, Maine 04102 (207-775-6809). Completed applications must be received by September 25, 2000. The County of Cumberland encourages diversity in its workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. (posted 9/18/00) |
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Drummond Woodsum & MacMahon A progressive law firm dedicated to excellent client service needs a full-time RECEPTIONIST Multi-task position requires the ability to manage a busy, multi-line switchboard, greet visitors, and perform administrative duties. Candidates must excel at working with the public, be detail-oriented, and have strong computer skills. This is not an entry-level position. If you have top notch customer service skills and would like to join our team in this 40 hour a week position, please send your resume and letter of interest to: Office Manager Drummond Woodsum & MacMahon P.O. Box 9781 Portland, ME 04104-5081 (posted 9/18/00) |
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Immediate opening for a full-time position (37.5 hours weekly) with the District Court in Portland. This is an entry-level clerical position involving extensive contact with the public and legal professionals. Duties include typing (at least 45 wpm), familiarity with and proficiency in computer operations, and responding to the public. Requirements: a high school graduation or equivalent, with experience in office procedures a definite plus. Salary is $8.76 (hourly), with additional benefits. The value of the State's bi-weekly contribution for employee benefits is as follows: Health Insurance $181.38, Dental Insurance $9.88, and Retirement is 12.28% of salary. EOE/AA. Deadline: Close of Business Monday, September 25, 2000. Please send letter of application and resume to: Penny Whitney, Clerk of Court Portland District Court P.O. Box 412 Portland, Maine 04112 NO PHONE INQUIRIES, PLEASE (posted 9/18/00) |
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Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau, Pachios & Haley, LLC is currently seeking an individual to join our group of highly trained professionals as a bankruptcy/commercial litigation paralegal. The successful candidate will have a strong background, be a self-starter, and have the ability to complete projects with little supervision. Additionally, you should enjoy a fast paced office, work well as a team member and be an excellent communicator. We offer an excellent salary and benefit package including retirement & 401K plans. For immediate consideration please submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 9546, Portland, ME 04112-9546. EOE (posted 9/18/00) |
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MAINE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SALARY: $36,275.20 - $50,648.00/yr. (Value of State-paid Health and Dental Insurance = $191.26 bi-weekly. Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement = 16.83% of pay.) The Maine Department of Transportation seeks to fill a Policy Development Specialist position with an individual with proven skills in public policy research, formulation and presentation. The successful candidate will coordinate departmental outreach to key constituencies in formulating policy, and will direct public information efforts on key policy topics. Local, state and federal transportation policy matters will be addressed. The ability to positively interact with the press, interest groups, and a broad array of federal, state and municipal officials is required. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate exceptional writing and public presentation skills, and an ability to use technology to present and manage information. Teamwork and facilitation skills are required. Qualified applicants will have a nine-year combination of education and experience in interdisciplinary policy, public relations, public/business administration, or marketing which includes experience in policy development, analysis, and implementation. Please submit cover letter, completed State of Maine 'Direct Hire' (blue/gray) application form, AND a Supplemental Qualifications Form to: Maine Department of Transportation, Human Resources, 16 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0016, no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, September 25, 2000. Telephone (207) 287-3551, for additional information. (Visit our Web site at: www.state.me.us/mdot.) THE STATE OF MAINE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO APPLY. (posted 9/11/00) |
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The Department of Attorney General is looking for a paralegal for its Portland Office to work in the area of child protection and child support. This position is responsible for handling, tracking, and processing a large caseload of DHS child support cases, and assisting in processing the flow of child protection cases. Good organizational skills, people skills and sound judgment are a must. Salary and benefits are competitive and based upon qualifications. Please send resume and cover letter to Jessica Maurer, Assistant Attorney General, 44 Oak Street, Fourth Floor, Portland, ME 04101 postmarked no later that Wednesday, September 20, 2000. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and women, minorities and persons with disabilites are encouraged to apply. (posted 9/11/00) |
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Portland law office. Exp. would be preferred, but will train the right person. Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Advertiser 430865H P.O. Box 1460 Portland, ME 04104 (posted 9/11/00) |
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