Sr. Office Assistant - District Attorney's Office

Fort Bend County•Richmond, TX

1d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking a Sr. Office Assistant for the District Attorney's Office. This role involves managing data, responding to inquiries, maintaining files, preparing warrants, and assisting defendants. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong computer proficiency, and the ability to handle confidential information. The county emphasizes diversity, inclusivity, and a high quality of life for its residents and employees.

Requirements

High School/GED.
Two years job related experience.
Strong computer and typing skills (minimum 30 WPM).
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, elected officials and outside agencies.
Ability to learn and comprehend established office routines and policies from oral and written instructions, including financial and mathematical tasks.
Understanding of ethics and confidential issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a legal, government or public-facing office preferred.
Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Records, reviews, files and inputs data to computer database.
Collects data in response to inquiries from merchants, public, defense attorneys, and fellow employees.
Maintains files in an accurate and efficient manner.
Fills in data information in the preparation of warrants; assists defendants with affidavits; responds to defendant and defendant’s attorney inquiries.
Exchanges information with different arresting agencies, court secretaries, prosecutors, and County Clerk personnel.
Retrieves data from database and paper files as part of discovery compliance.
Greet the public, attorneys, law enforcement personnel and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls accurately and efficiently.
Provide general information to the public while adhering to confidentiality and legal guidelines.
Receive and distribute mail, subpoenas and legal documents.
Maintain front desk coverage and manage visitors while maintaining cleanliness and organization of the reception area.
Maintain office logs, directories and contact lists.
Assist administrative staff with date entry, copying scanning and other clerical tasks.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.