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Public Defender Administrative/Paralegal

Public Defender Legal Assistant

Expires: 2024-09-16
Organization
North Carolina Office of Indigent Defense Services
Salary
$38,574.00 - $52,998.00
Job Status
Full Time
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Cherokee, NC

The Office of the Public Defender, District 43 (Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Macon, and Swain counties), is seeking a qualified, full-time legal assistant to provide support for attorneys in a fast-paced growing setting.  This position requires a working knowledge of office practices and procedures to include creating and editing letters, memos and legal documents.  This position will also require direct communication with clients and members of the public and the ability to respond to their immediate needs.

As a public service employee, it is expected that all will engage in community service and participate in outreach programs relevant to the services we are providing, including volunteer programs which occur during evening hours and weekends.

Applications must be submitted via the online portal for consideration. Deadline to apply is 9/16/24 at 5:00pm EDT.

Requirements
  • Knowledge of: office practices and procedures; legal terminology; grammar and punctuation; legal forms for orders, judgments, and other documents; commonly used rules, procedures, or methods to perform limited, recurring assignments such as operate computer, printer, switchboard, and copiers.
  • Skill in: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; typing with accuracy and speed; and answering a multi-line telephone system.
  • Ability to: screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper destination; spell accurately and use proper grammar; learn specific rules and regulations related to verifying, processing, and maintaining records, files and other  documents; use judgment in organizing and establishing document formats; develop a general knowledge of the role and mission of the office and its relationship to other judicial offices; and provide basic information and instructions regarding programs and office procedures.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school graduation or equivalency certificate and one (1) year of legal clerical experience. Must have valid North Carolina Driver's License.
Job Contact
Janna Allison
828-454-6514 janna.d.allison2@nccourts.org