District Attorney Legal Assistant

State of North Carolina • Halifax County, NC

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About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 7, Halifax County, seeks a qualified candidate to provide legal support services to prosecutors. The role supports legal case preparation and provides assistance to victims and witnesses, including helping them understand and prepare for court. The position also involves gathering information to assist with prosecution and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a high school equivalency certificate.
• Two years of legal secretarial experience.
• Knowledge of the court system and procedures, legal terminology, and community resources for referring victims and witnesses.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Typing speed of 35–40 words per minute with accuracy.
• Ability to answer 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, related agency officials, and the public.
• Ability to calmly handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and assist the public.
• Type correspondence and prepare legal documents and 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