What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant, District Attorney's Office position at Deschutes County?
Job Description
SummaryMission Statement:
It is the mission of the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office to seek justice, advance public safety and uphold the law. We strive to maintain public trust and serve the people of Deschutes County with fairness, integrity and honor.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The District Attorney’s Office represents the State of Oregon in all criminal cases filed in Deschutes County. The District Attorney and a team of Deputy District Attorneys are responsible for evaluating the investigative reports submitted by local, state, and federal agencies and determine whether justice and public safety require prosecution. We serve the people of Deschutes County by promoting justice, strengthening community safety, and increasing trust in the legal system. While we represent the State of Oregon in criminal matters, we also partner with community organizations, law enforcement, service providers, and victims to achieve outcomes that are fair, effective, and equitable. We balance the use of both traditional prosecution and innovative alternatives, which are community-centered and trauma-informed. We embrace diverse backgrounds and perspectives to realize justice and foster professional growth and collaboration. Join our dedicated team to make a meaningful impact.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:
This position will perform a variety of complex to difficult legal clerical duties, which will require a thorough and specialized knowledge of legal terms and formats. Incumbent will provide administrative and legal support for Deputy District Attorneys.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and issuing legal documents.
- Creating and maintaining case files.
- Managing discovery.
- Processing digital evidence.
- Coordinating restitution and trial support/coordination.
- Complete post-conviction work.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- District Attorney's Office policies, procedures, organization, and operations.
- State of Oregon statutes, Court policies, federal rules and requirements, and specialized court software applications.
- Operations, functions, procedures, rules, and policies of state and federal courts.
- Principles and protocols for the management of official documents and court records.
- Legal system and law enforcement agency procedures and terminology.
- Principles of record keeping, case files, and records management.
- Basic laws and regulations governing the release of information from Court records.
- Coordinating and performing a variety of skilled technical support functions.
- Working independently and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
- Researching and reading legal documents and extracting relevant information.
- Drafting, preparing, filing, and distributing various types of legal documents.
- Creating accurate reports, technical documents, and legal correspondence.
- Dealing tactfully and courteously with people seeking information.
- Effectively handling hostile, angry, and emotional customers.
- Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software, and entering information into a computer system with speed and accuracy.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
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Compensation
$5,860.04 to $7,853.03 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union represented position is available immediately.
BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree with an emphasis in law, legal studies, or related coursework;
- AND two (2) years of relevant experience working in a legal office;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Experience with Oregon Judicial Information Network (OJIN), and certification in Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS).
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Knowledge of cataloging systems.
Necessary Special Requirements
The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Dependent on the area of assignment, additional certifications and/or licenses may be required within a specified timeframe after hire, such as Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) and CJIS certification from the State of Oregon.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
When Are you Eligible:
If you are hired on the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first of that month (immediate benefits, either that day or back to the first of the month if the first is on a Saturday or Sunday). If you are hired after the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first day of the following month.
Employer paid benefit offerings include:
- Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
Closing Date/Time: 10/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary : $5,860 - $7,853