Legal Assistant (Part-Time)
About The Position
The Legal Assistant works in the Meade County State’s Attorney Office, which represents county citizens, county government officials, and the State of South Dakota in criminal, civil, and juvenile matters. The role requires discretion, patience, strong communication, and the ability to work as part of a team with office colleagues, law enforcement agencies, and court staff. The position is part-time and pays $22.73 per hour; it is non-exempt. The Legal Assistant welcomes members of the public, answers questions, and directs people to appropriate personnel; schedules attorney appointments; provides specified paperwork to the public; assists with preparing legal documents for juvenile and adult criminal court; supports the legal secretary and attorney assigned to Magistrate Court; and provides discovery materials to defense attorneys and self-represented individuals. Other duties may be assigned. Applicants must submit a resume, three references, and two recommendation letters. A transcript is required if the applicant completed university or technical school within the last three years. Selection includes a successful oral interview and any other examination deemed appropriate and necessary by the County and/or the State’s Attorney.
Requirements
- Maintain composure under stressful circumstances.
- Exercise discretion when handling confidential criminal investigations and confidential juvenile matters.
- Maintain courteous and professional relationships with the public.
- Effectively communicate thoughts and concerns to coworkers and staff in this and other offices.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Have experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Have a high school diploma or GED certification, or attend/have attended a university or technical school.
- Submit a resume, three references, and two letters of recommendation.
- Provide a transcript if university or technical school was completed within the last three years.
- Successfully complete an oral interview and any other examination deemed appropriate and necessary by the County and/or the State’s Attorney.
Nice To Haves
- Legal background experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Welcome the public in person or by phone, answer questions, and direct individuals to appropriate personnel.
- Schedule appointments for attorneys.
- Provide the public with documents such as bad-check prosecution paperwork and petitions for mental health and chemical dependency involuntary committals.
- Assist in preparing legal documents, including paperwork for juvenile and adult criminal court.
- Assist the legal secretary and attorney assigned to Magistrate Court.
- Provide discovery to defense attorneys and individuals representing themselves.
- Perform other duties as designated.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
