What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Assistant - Third Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney position at Third Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney?
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented District Prosecutor Assistant to work directly with the Third Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney on a daily basis in the Pocahontas headquarters.
The Third Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney's office is responsible for virtually all prosecutions in Randolph, Lawrence, Sharp, and Jackson counties. It includes a team of 8 deputy prosecutors, 4 victim advocates, and 5 administrative assistants.
This position involves providing comprehensive legal administrative support, assisting Prosecutors and Victim Advocates with a variety of legal tasks, and assisting the Prosecuting Attorney with high-profile jury trials. It also includes regular bookkeeping and public relations.
The ideal candidate will . This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the justice system while developing valuable legal support experience.
Duties and skills
- Assist prosecutors with case preparation and in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, evidence logs, and procedural documents
- Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents.
- Manage confidential information responsibly while maintaining strict adherence to privacy protocols
- Coordinate scheduling, court filings, and communication with deputy prosecutors, victim advocates, law enforcement officers and witnesses.
- Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones with professional etiquette, managing files, and supporting office operations efficiently
- Strong interpersonal skills for dealing with law enforcement, clerks, judges and for help managing a team of deputy prosecutors.
- Bookkeeping skills for managing multiple bank accounts that are audited annually.
- Ability to find and take advantage of public relations opportunities on social media, speaking engagement, and press releases.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for document creation and data management
- Paralegal experience or equivalent legal support background preferred
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000