Legal Assistant- Alamogordo

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys•Alamogordo, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, which represents Otero and Lincoln counties, is seeking a reliable Legal Assistant for its Alamogordo office. The role is suited to someone with office and computer skills who has experience in an office environment and is motivated to work as part of a positive team. The Legal Assistant maintains calendars and prepares and maintains case files. The position also involves data entry in the Case Management System (CMS), document merging, e-filing, and potentially preparing and drafting legal documents. The office emphasizes integrity, professionalism, teamwork, community service, diversity, and a positive, healthy work–life balance. This is a full-time, in-person position in Alamogordo, New Mexico, with hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The salary is $21.14–$25.48 per hour, depending on experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of work experience in a related field.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system and general office equipment.
Typing and word-processing skills, including operational knowledge of spreadsheet programs.
Good math, grammar, proofreading, and organizational skills.
Customer relations skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to follow directions and policies.
Ability and knowledge to merge documents and complete e-filing.