District Attorney Legal Assistant

State of North Carolina • Moore County, NC

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About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 29, in Moore County seeks a qualified District Attorney Legal Assistant to provide legal support services to prosecutors. The role includes assisting members of the public, preparing correspondence and legal documents, organizing case files, and helping victims and witnesses understand and prepare for court. The assistant also gathers information to support prosecution cases and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a high school equivalency certificate.
• Two years of legal secretarial experience.
• Knowledge of court systems and procedures, legal terminology, and community resources for referring victims and witnesses.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to type accurately at 35–40 words per minute.
• Skill in answering a multi-line telephone system.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement officers, officials of related agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to calmly handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and assist the public.
• Type correspondence and prepare legal documents.
• Prepare files.
• Assist victims and witnesses in understanding and preparing for court.
• Gather information to assist in the prosecution of cases.
• Interview victims and witnesses to elicit information and help ensure they receive appropriate services.
• Coordinate and schedule the daily operations of the victim and witness program.
• Manage victims’ and witnesses’ court appearances to ensure their presence in the courtroom when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED