Legal Assistant 2 - Adult Prosecution - District Attorney's Office

Marion County•Salem, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. The mission of the District Attorney's Office is to seek justice through: Promoting accountability for criminal offenders. Interpreting, enforcing and executing law. Responding to the concerns of victims and the public; and Working cooperatively with members of the justice system. This role independently performs legal support activities of a complex clerical nature, which require specialized training and skills, working under the supervision of a Legal Assistant Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Three years of experience in office and secretarial work, one year of which must be equivalent to the level of Legal Secretary 1, in a public or private law office
Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
Pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing.
Possess, or obtain within 30 days of hire, Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) certification.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana.
Notary Certification (obtain and maintain qualification throughout employment).
Ability to independently, accurately and effectively perform assigned tasks and duties following established procedures and policies.
Ability to meet and assist the public, staff, and other personnel of other businesses in a courteous, professional manner.
Ability to comprehend and adhere to stated oral and written instructions, communications and procedures.
Ability to apply principles, policies and procedures to specific work assignments.
Ability to compose correspondence and legal documents in business form.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to use tact and judgment in dealing with the public concerning sensitive and confidential matters.
Ability to type accurately and at an acceptable rate of speed.
Ability to access and use various computer systems and software.

Nice To Haves

Supplemental secretarial training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes computers to access, retrieve and input information.
Composes correspondence and legal documents.
Opens, updates, and closes physical case files and computer files.
Maintains computer records for case files.
Accesses computerized calendaring system.
Electronically files court documents.
Schedules victims, witnesses, and police officers for court hearings.
Maintains liaison with other law enforcement agencies.
Answers public inquiries.
Files documents and case files.
Collects, organizes, and prepares files for the daily court calendar.
Locates and distributes physical files as applicable.
Completes tasks in electronic work queue through the computerized case management system.
Represents District Attorney’s office in county and outside agency committees.
Provide back-up and training/onboarding to other areas where the business need is the greatest.
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.