Legal Assistant

• Acts as Office Receptionist greeting the public, answering and screening telephone calls, and referring inquiries as necessary.  

• Assists in opening new incoming reports and enters data into MCAPS; maintains file updates for a variety of court hearings (e.g., bail hearings, First Appearances, Omnibus Hearings, Contested Hearings, Probation Violations, and Sentencings).  

• Assists with discovery downloads and maintains closed files with off-site storage provider.  

• Opens, sorts, reviews, and distributes incoming mail, court notices, and other legal documents; processes files coming back from court enacting workflow processes in the office.  

• Assists with letters, memoranda, and other office correspondence as assigned.   

• Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.  

• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.