Parent|Child Advocacy Department (PCAD) Legal Assistant II
About The Position
MPD is currently searching for a Legal Assistant II to join our Parent|Child Advocacy Department (PCAD) at our Banfield Office. The Legal Assistant position is an integral part of the defense team, providing administrative support to attorneys and maintaining regular contact with clients and their families, including home visits as needed. They are responsible for processing and organizing case material (including evidence, reports, and other records) and serve as a liaison between clients, attorneys, client families, and elements of the criminal justice system. As appropriate, they may assess client needs and support the coordination of necessary services with other members of the holistic defense team. Ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, clear oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to indigent defense excellence. The Legal Assistant II receives general supervision from the Support Staff Chief.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Education or experience working in the legal or social service field
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to travel to and work within criminal justice system facilities
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred
- Ability to lead by example in the handling of work assignments, as well as in the treatment of staff and others in the criminal justice system
- Ability to testify in court without impeachment (may preclude employees and applicants convicted of certain crimes within the prior 15 years)
- Maintains confidentiality of agency records
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support to attorneys
- Maintaining regular contact with clients and their families, including home visits as needed
- Processing and organizing case material (including evidence, reports, and other records)
- Serving as a liaison between clients, attorneys, client families, and elements of the criminal justice system
- Assessing client needs and supporting the coordination of necessary services with other members of the holistic defense team
Benefits
- Medical (choice of PPO or HDHP)
- Dental (choice of PPO Standard or PPO Enhanced)
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Basic Life, STD, LTD and ADD&D – 100% employer paid
- 401(K) – MPD will contribute 6% of your annual salary with full vesting after the completion of 5 years of service
- PTO – 24 hour upon hire and accrues month to 80 hours and increase to 120 hours starting at 24 months
- 10 paid holidays + 2 Personal Equity Days
- 4 Mental Health Days per year
- Sick Leave – 48 hours upon hire + accrue monthly after six months of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
