What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Defender Legal Assistant position at TOM GREEN COUNTY?
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**The Concho Valley Public Defender Office (CVPDO) Legal Assistant vacancy is located at the office in Tom Green County (San Angelo)**
Tom Green County (TGC) provides the following benefits for its employees:
- Medical/Dental insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
- $25,000 Life/AD&D Insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
- Low-cost Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation/Sick/Holiday leave
- Retirement Plan
- Cafeteria Plan
- Workers Compensation
The CVPDO represents persons who are not financially able to hire legal counsel across a twelve-county service area covered by two offices: one in San Angelo (Coke, Concho, Irion, Runnels, Schleicher, Sterling, Tom Green), the other in Abilene (Callahan, Coleman, Jones, Shackelford, Taylor). The Legal Assistant must be willing to live or relocate
to reside within the region.
Under supervision, provides a full range of support services to assisting in the daily operation of the Public Defender Office.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring and updating calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorney.
Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling interviews; in drafting and filing documents and generating status reports.
Keep clients informed by maintaining contact and communicating case progress.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for hearings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; and organizing materials for team case review.
Enhances trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed and taking courtroom notes.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of court procedures, with willingness to learn as necessary, and modern office practices and procedures.
Ability to understand legal terminology; perform customer service; become a Notary Public in the State of Texas; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, outside agencies and clients; and perform physical requirements of the position.
Skill in utilizing computer and associated software and oral communication and interpersonal relations.
Physical Requirements and Work Setting:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned environment; prolonged periods of sitting and periodic walking, standing, bending, and reaching; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs; visual acuity, hearing ability, and manual dexterity required.
Education and/or Experience Required:
At least two years of experience in administrative, office or court support.
High school diploma or GED equivalent, associate or bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification preferred.
Certificates and Licenses:
None required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35,000.16 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000