Legal Assistant (Prosecution)

City of St. Joseph • St. Joseph, MO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides legal administrative support to City Prosecutor, and other professional staff. No supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Skills in typing, word processing, filing, and the use of other office technologies and equipment.
• Knowledge in drafting correspondence and various legal documents, as well as the ability to review police reports to obtain necessary information needed for legal correspondence.
• Knowledge in preparing and responding to various discovery requests.
• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Municipal Court legal processes and proceedings.
• Ability to deal professionally with the public.
• Ability to work independently when required and follow up on assignments without being prompted.
• One to three years’ prior experience in a law office or other governmental entity preferred.
• High School diploma.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares and proofreads drafts of legal documents under supervision of an attorney.
• Monitors legal documents for Municipal court cases.
• Establishes and maintains accurate and complete office filing system.
• Monitors office supplies.
• Communicates with and coordinates with witnesses to ensure appearance for Municipal court proceedings.
• Reviews and prepares Municipal Court dockets and Municipal Court Citations for City Prosecutor.
• Prepares routine correspondence.
• Greets office visitors and assists as necessary.
• Answers phone and answers citizen inquiries or refers to an attorney or other City department.
• Processes mail.
• Performs all other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees