Legal Administrative Assistant

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The Legal Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys. Responsible for drafting legal documents, maintaining staff calendars, scanning and copying documents, scheduling hearings and court appointments, processing mail, tracking case communications and deadlines, and conducting case analysis for data collection. Assists with fulfilling all statutory, constitutional and ethical obligations of the District Attorney’s Office.

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Hiring Range: $25.00 – 38.46 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS: Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement flexible schedules, remote work options, and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provides administrative support including: collaborating with assigned attorneys; scheduling meetings, court hearings, and agendas; editing and preparing a variety of letters, memoranda, and basic reports; researching basic information; and providing related support.
• Performs basic office duties, such as copying, filing, faxing, typing standard documents, preparing, sorting, and distributing mail and entering data.
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries, and makes appropriate referrals.
• Maintains exhibits, documentation for hearings, and court files.
• Follows established guidelines to sort, organize, and archive electronic and physical files.
• Tracks status of cases and follows proper chronological steps for service of process, statutory requirements, and case filings.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year of work-related experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate.
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. 

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.   

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]

About Us:

At the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office, we are committed to seeking fair and just outcomes for all members of our community through ethical prosecution and alternative resolutions.

We work collaboratively with law enforcement to ensure those who victimize our most vulnerable members of society are held accountable. Our prosecution teams work collaboratively to support victims and ensure their voice is heard throughout the criminal legal system process.

Our office is a nationally recognized leader in data transparency and data-driven practices in prosecution. We leverage technology, data analysis, innovative practices, and the use of alternative resolutions to ensure that justice is administered fairly and equitably.

Our office culture is built around camaraderie and incorporating diverse perspectives in our day-to-day work. We are also committed to our team members’ wellbeing outside of the workplace – we emphasize the importance of work-life balance, provide numerous resources to support health and personal development, and offer a comprehensive benefits package including substantial paid time off, generous holiday schedules, work from home flexibility, and a dog-friendly office.

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