What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Buchanan County MO Government?
Job Summary
Under general supervision, this position provides administrative and clerical support for the Prosecuting Attorney and his or her assistants.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists with preparation legal documents and prepares letters, correspondence, forms and other documents
- Operates office computers and various software
- Performs word processing, emails, and other computer communications
- Assists Prosecutor and/or Assistant Prosecutor in Preliminary Hearing & Jury Trial preparation as assigned & requested
- Provides information to attorneys for subpoena-Paras prepare the subpoenas when they’re assigned to a case.
- May potentially assist with letters and court-related documents
- Must be well organized and able to work independently
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate office equipment, including but not limited to: copy machine, computer, phone, and other standard equipment
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of personal computers and standard software applications related to legal support work, including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of filing and electronic record keeping systems
- Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Advanced skill in communicating effectively using the English language, both orally and in writing
- Knowledge of legal processes and terminology
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system in the State of Missouri
- Skill in reading and preparing legal documents
- Skill in handling stressful situations successfully and the ability to work well with other employees, court professionals and the public
- Advanced skill in discretion and maintaining confidential information
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Ability to learn and apply policies, procedures, documents, and terminology affecting assigned functions
- Advanced ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Education/Experience
Education equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
Experience working in a legal environment is required.
Knowledge of Word, Power Point, Excel and WestlawNext, preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,000