The main duties of this position are to assist the county attorney in preparation of legal documents and to facilitate the smooth operation of the office.
This employee must exercise considerable independent judgement based on knowledge gained through experience in the performance of specialized duties.
Work requires knowledge of departmental functions, activities, and interdepartmental relations.
The Legal Assistant I has continual public contact.
Information handled in this office is of a confidential nature.
*Essential Functions*
\* Types and files legal documents, forms, letters, and similar materials from rough drafts;
\* Composes correspondence in accordance with standard policies;
\* Files correspondence and records;
\* Handles inquiries and complaints from citizens;
\* Processes all legal correspondence, memoranda, reports, statements, and other material;
\* Screens citizens requesting legal assistance;
\* Prepares legal criminal documents, complaints, and journal entries from the county attorney;
\* Takes dictation using legal terminology;
\* Prepares briefs for Court of Appeals;
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position.
It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required for the role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.
63 - $16.
96 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Work Location: In person