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Job Title:

Legal Secretary - Sinton To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Department:

District Attorney Pay Grade:

107

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Legal Secretary is responsible for coordinating incoming paperwork; compiling, processing, and maintaining criminal information and files; receiving, directing, and answering inquiries, and monitoring compliance with grant conditions and reporting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for initial intake of criminal cases files; Download and extract case file documentation, videos and audios submitted by law enforcement agencies; Review case files and communicate with law enforcement agencies to gather additional information and coordinate case management; Accurately input case information into the database; Answers and directs telephone calls and inquires; Assists in answering caller questions and records messages; Manages evidence, including, but not limited to, photographs, video, and audio tapes in the custody of the District Attorney's office; Maintains case files and records relevant data in the case management system; Prepares and manages forfeiture and seizure cases and makes deposits for said cases; Prepares dismissals and records dispositions in the database; Assists with Grand Jury process; Schedules and prepares orders for mental examinations; Notifies defense attorneys of clients' mental examinations; Notifies Jail for transportation of inmates in custody for mental evaluations; Prepares and mails out juror letters; Performs other assigned duties; Must comply with office policies and procedures;

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

Associate's degree or equivalent; Three (3) years of related work experience; Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience. Valid State of Texas Driver's License.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical standard exam as described personnel handbook; and Must provide reliable transportation when a county vehicle is not available to perform job duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the law, legal system, and grant application procedures; Knowledge of county ordinances, policies, and procedures; Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar or job-related programs); Skill in planning and organizing work; Skill in interpersonal relations; Skill in verbal and written communication; Skill in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems; Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes; Ability to read the penal code, legal documents, government forms, and grant compliance requirements; Ability to calculate figures in order to figure restitution amounts; Ability to write and edit offense reports and correspondence; Ability to organize and communicate effectively; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; and Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with other employees and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work requires no unusual demand for physical effort.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe workplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.

Full-Time Regular Position Salary:

$3,664.01 Monthly Deadline for

Applications:

Open Until Filled Pay:

From $3,664.01 per month

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person