Legal Specialist II - Felony Trial Team
About the role
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed every two weeks for consideration. The Washington County District Attorney's Office is currently seeking 2 full-time Legal Specialist IIs to join the Felony Team!
Responsibilities
- Provides highly skilled and journey-level legal support to designated attorneys, following applicable court rules and procedures and County office standards.
- Prepares files and legal documents.
- Manages discovery and digital evidence.
- Aids in criminal or civil trial preparation.
- Maintains case intake and case preparation assistance by managing police reports, providing copies to the defense, filing documents with the court, preparing subpoenas for victims and witnesses for various court appearances, and preparing files for court.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work product. Multi-tasking and re-prioritizing work based upon ever-changing deadlines are essential. Advanced knowledge of the legal field and criminal justice system is a plus. DA Office clerical and PbK case management system experience and knowledge are highly preferred.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; AND four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, two (2) years of which must be in a legal support role in a law office or in an office environment with a focus on legal issues; OR four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, one (1) year of which is in a prosecutor's office.
- A Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in a related field or a Paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
Benefits
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Pay
Pay Range: $28.58 - $34.77 Hourly
Schedule
Not specified
Skills
Attention to detail, high level of accuracy, multi-tasking, re-prioritizing work based upon ever-changing deadlines, advanced knowledge of the legal field and criminal justice system, DA Office clerical and PbK case management system experience and knowledge.
Benefits
To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, click here.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.
Contact Information
Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov