Paralegal

Canyon County•Caldwell, ID

1d•$25 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal in the Civil Division provides comprehensive administrative and paralegal support to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, primarily assisting the elected Prosecuting Attorney and Civil team in fulfilling the Office’s statutory and constitutional responsibilities. This position requires a high degree of initiative, discretion, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Understanding the structure and functions of a Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
Skilled at independent research of statutes, regulations, rules and legal judgements using state and national databases
Ability to interpret, analyze and apply statues, policies, and procedures relevant to county government and court systems
Navigate court systems, legal procedure, terminology and various legal documents
Draft and format clear legal documents
Apply logical and creative problems-solving individually and in teams
Manage and safeguard confidential information
Organize and maintain confidential accurate records
Prioritize tasks, manage time and meet deadlines
Adapt through cross-training to support various office functions
Collaborate effectively with elected officials, other county departments, law enforcement and the public
Successfully complete a background investigation
Upon hire, must be able to successfully complete a CJIS training course
High school diploma or GED equivalency required
Equivalent of two (2) to ten (10) years’ experience in a legal service environment
Equivalent combination of experience, training, and education may be considered
Clear speech with or without an accommodation, to effectively convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly and/or quickly
Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
Visual acuity, with or without an accommodation, to read instructions, review and organize documents
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks
Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Advanced office, business, or secretarial training preferred

Responsibilities

Provides case support for civil litigation (including State Court, Idaho Court of Appeals, Idaho Supreme Court, U.S. District Court)
Coordinates and maintains calendars related to Civil Division events, dates, and deadlines
Drafts legal documents, correspondence, and/or memoranda for review by attorney
Assists civil attorneys in county personnel and risk management matters
Works independently and collaboratively with attorneys and supervisors to ensure project and case requirements are accurately completed and delivered on time
Prepares courtroom exhibits and assists attorneys in courtroom presentations
Independently procures records, documents, etc. for completeness and accuracy of files
Maintains documents, files, and spreadsheets related to client contact and requests for legal advice (including work product and privileged communications)
Prepares, reviews, and maintains documents, files and spreadsheets related to county contracts, procurements, property, and other county matters
Prepares and reviews documents facilitating county government policies and procedures
Files documents with the court and distributes documents as necessary
Quickly assesses, responds to, and/or routes Civil Division communications
Provides information to the public and/or law enforcement personnel regarding subpoenas, court events, case status, etc.
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County and Office policies, procedures, and safety practices
Other duties as assigned