Legal Assistant-Magistrate/Criminal Division

Elkhart County Government • Goshen, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Assistant supports the Elkhart County Judiciary Magistrate/Criminal Division. The role prepares and processes motions, orders, and other court-related documents; schedules cases and legal proceedings; performs clerical and administrative duties; and assumes other employees’ functions as necessary. The position is based at the Elkhart County Judicial Building in Goshen, Indiana, with no travel required. The hiring range is $23.46–$26.06 per hour, based on education and position-related experience, with longevity pay after three years. The position is available ASAP and applications are accepted until filled.

The work schedule is Monday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., and Tuesday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Applicants must complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of standard office and courtroom procedures and legal terminology.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and files.
• Knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or professional certificate in paralegal studies or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process motions, orders, and other court-related documents.
• Schedule cases and legal proceedings.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties.
• Assume the functions of other employees as necessary.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Free primary care health clinic.
• Supplemental insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement pension and deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• 14 paid holidays annually.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Longevity pay after three years.

What This Job Offers

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