Legal Assistant I

Utah County Government

73d • $23 - $26

About The Position

The County Attorney's Office protects Utah County by vigorously prosecuting and investigating crime, compassionately assisting crime victims, and by providing the highest quality legal representation to Utah County Government. Under close to general supervision performs a variety of routine to complex clerical duties in preparing and maintaining legal cases, files, and documents, and in gathering and distributing information. This is the entry level of the Legal Assistant job series. Incumbents may be assigned to the Bureau of Investigations, Civil Division, or Criminal Division of the Utah County Attorney’s Office.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of complex clerical support work experience in a court, law enforcement, or other legal environment.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to applicants with a documented typing speed of fifty (50) WPM net or above.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine to complex clerical duties in preparing and maintaining legal cases, files, and documents.
• Gather and distribute information related to legal cases.

Benefits

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance
• Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• Pre-tax savings
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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