Legal Assistant 1 Job at Boulder County, Boulder, CO

bS9xR2NNMnJjaUlROSthSVJ0UmlrbHBTOXc9PQ==
  • Boulder County
  • Boulder, CO

Job Description

The District Attorney's Office of Boulder County is hiring a Legal Assistant I . The Legal Assistant I is a journey level classification specific to the legal field in the District Attorney's Office. The Legal Assistant I provides legal support work to attorneys for law-related tasks. The Legal Assistant performs a variety of non-routine and complex office duties requiring a familiarity with the legal field and a moderate degree of independent judgment. The 20th Judicial District Attorney is an elected state official whose office prosecutes adult and juvenile criminal charges. This is a full-time, benefited position with the 20th Judicial District Attorney’s Office – Boulder County. Work hours are Monday through Friday, as well as periodic weekend court duties. This position will work out of the Boulder or Longmont office. Under FLSA guidelines this position is non-exempt. Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work. Salary Range - $53,988-$77,760 Hiring Range - $53,988-$65,000 In addition to the Boulder County benefits, the District Attorney’s Office offers: Work From Home two days a week, if duties allow, after 6 months of employment with the office. An enhanced Extended Parental Leave Policy for up to an additional 12 weeks of parental leave. Responsibilities Enter data for criminal cases in case management system. Request essential discovery and any related documents for active criminal cases. Assist with preparation, electronic filing and service of motions and other documents. Review, verify and process documents requiring knowledge of departmental procedures and legal/nonlegal documents. Update case events and enter dispositions. Prepare and send subpoenas. Maintain clear and frequent communication with assigned deputy district attorney and be able to work in a team environment. Perform specialized projects that are of technical and confidential in nature. Utilize specialized computer applications, including office specific program, ACTION; Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams; and Adobe. Knowledge of NCIC and CCIC information systems for purposes of running criminal histories. Access law enforcement systems for purposes of obtaining reports, body cam, dash cam, and other types of media connected to criminal cases. Follow guidelines and procedures to maintain certifications for various government and law enforcement databases. Accurate typing skills and at least 40 wpm. Cover front desk duties, as needed. Work one weekend day, 3-4 times a year. Perform related work as required. May be reassigned in case of emergency situations. Qualifications Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of office experience with one year in the legal profession. Additional related education may count toward required experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Excellent organizational skills and strong work ethic. Strong commitment to working with a team and demonstrated ability to work effectively with other employees, supervisors, and the public. Ability to work with attorneys and provide a high-quality work product to assist them in successfully performing their responsibilities. Knowledge of office practices and procedures sufficient to be able to organize and maintain files, records, and schedules and to obtain and/or relay information and process documents in a timely manner. Skill in examining documents for correctness, completeness, and accuracy. Skill in prioritizing, coordinating, and scheduling work to allow for efficient and effective completion of work assignments. Strong communication skills. Must have ability to work in a standard office environment and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs: MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, as well as the ability to master internal legal software. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boulder County

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Weekend work, 2 days per week,

Similar Jobs

University Of Maryland Medical System

Maintenance Technician Job at University Of Maryland Medical System

 ...of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs trade level mechanic work in the areas of preventative maintenance, electricity, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical repairs. Mission The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare... 

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY

Marine Engineer Job at MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY

 ...Johns Ship Building, Inc. is a full-service shipbuilding and marine repair company specializing in the new construction and repair...  ...committed to delivering topquality craftsmanship, innovative engineering, and ontime, onbudget performance.Position SummaryThe Marine... 

Nashville State Community College

Instructor, English - 9/10 Month (Term) Job at Nashville State Community College

 ...Job Description Instructor, English - 9/10 Month (Term)Title: Instructor, English - 9/10 Month (Term)POSITION SUMMARYThis position is a full-time faculty position responsible for preparing and delivering quality instruction in English. This position will support instruction... 

Marshall Retail Group

Assistant General Manager - Boston Airport (Boston) Job at Marshall Retail Group

 ...is responsible for leading stock personnel, coordinating with airport facilities, and supporting the General Manager (GM) in achieving...  ...(MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Companys international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty... 

One and Only Fitness Consulting

Momentum Fitness Consultant Job at One and Only Fitness Consulting

Welcome to Momentum Fitness!The Fitness Consultant is an exciting position that pays you to talk to people about fitness! This is a full-time position with competitive pay and commission. There's no limit to how much you can make! Daily, you will work on the membership...