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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$56,485 / year median in Indiana
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Position Type:
Office Support/Clerical/ Legal Assistant Date Posted:
8/5/2026Location:
Prosecutor Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
Until FilledELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE LEGAL ASSISTANT DEPARTMENT
Prosecuting Attorney � Child SupportHIRING RANGE
$23.46-$26.06 /hour based on education and position related experience. Longevity pay after 3 years.BENEFITS OFFERED
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
- Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
- 14 Paid Holidays Annually
- Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION TO BE FILLED
ASAPHOURS & DAYS OF WORK
Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. � 5:00 p.m.LOCATION OF POSITION
ElkhartTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
NoneJOB SUMMARY
Assist intake desk daily with client walk-ins and phone calls, providing accurate information regarding child support services, policies and procedures. Providing client support for online portal questions. Responsible for providing child support services, preparing pleadings and other correspondence to ensure custodial parties receive their Court ordered support payments, and providing assistance to Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys.JOB REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED with a minimum of one (1) year of related office experience
- Knowledge of Elkhart County courts system and operations, including laws and legal terminology, administrative regulations, and official court policies and practices
- Knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, punctuation and ability to type with speed and accuracy; ability to prepare pleadings, petitions, and related correspondence
- Pre-employment background check and drug screen Elkhart County Human Resources 117 N.