JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of advanced and complex clerical work in the preparation and maintenance of department records, to perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned, and to always provide professional and courteous customer service. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Leads the preparation, processing, copying, indexing, filing, transmitting and/or maintaining of various legal documents including, but not limited to, motions and responsive pleadings.
• Provides direct support to the legal team.
• Audits and ensures the security and confidentiality of files as appropriate.
• Reviews records and forms, verifies information, and resolves complex problems.
• Gathers information and data for meetings; upon the request of Attorney, prepares meeting agendas.
• Conducts research in legal matters.
• Prepares complex and confidential legal correspondence, memoranda, reports, etc.
• Types letters, memos, and other legal correspondence.
• Coordinates and schedules court hearings, prepares and mails hearing notices.
• Assists attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Provide general information to clients about the progress of their case.
• May attend internal and external meetings.
• Prepares and files various court motions and orders.
• Request case files and evidence from Law Enforcement.
• May prepare transport orders and coordinate transport for inmates.
• May run criminal histories for case files.
• Answers phones; responds to emails.
• Assists co-workers with clerical duties as necessary.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
• Five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• NCIC Certification preferred.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment. Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours are 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. E.O.E . Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.