District Attorney Legal Assistant

State of North Carolina•Robeson County, NC

21h

About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 20, in Robeson County is recruiting for multiple District Attorney Legal Assistant positions. The role provides legal support services to prosecutors and includes assisting the public, victims, and witnesses. The position also supports the preparation and prosecution of cases and coordinates victims’ and witnesses’ participation in court.

Requirements

High school graduation or a high school equivalency certificate.
Two years of legal secretarial experience.
Knowledge of the court system and court procedures.
Knowledge of legal terminology.
Knowledge of 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.
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 handle stressful situations calmly.

Responsibilities

Answer phones, including a multi-line telephone system.
Assist members of the public.
Type correspondence and prepare legal documents.
Prepare case files.
Help victims and witnesses understand and prepare for court.
Gather information to assist in the prosecution of cases.
Interview victims and witnesses to elicit information and ensure appropriate services.
Coordinate and schedule the daily operations of the victim and witness program.
Manage victims’ and witnesses’ court appearances to ensure they are present in the courtroom when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.