Paralegal

Department:                                County Civil Attorney

Position Control Number:          0122-005

FLSA Status:                                Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation:    This position is not designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test:       No

Opening Date:                             July 8, 2026                            

Closing Date:                              July 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

 

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for providing support to the legal staff of the County Attorney’s Office with legal research, preparation of legal documents, and maintenance of legal case files and litigation calendar; assists with the management of the attorneys' non-litigation calendars and research files.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts legal research to assist legal staff with case preparation.
• Organizes and maintains litigation files.
• Drafts discovery pleadings and organizes documents.
• Maintains litigation calendar for all legal staff within the office ensuring appropriate deadlines.
• Conducts legal research and prepares drafts of memoranda, legal opinions, ordinances, and legislation for review by an attorney.
• Maintains Bond Forfeiture files and scheduling; drafts order and pleading as required.
• Monitors bankruptcy and foreclosure files; prepares pleadings as may be necessary.
• Indexes and summarizes depositions; organizes and prepares exhibits for trial.
• Prepares subpoenas as directed; serves or ensures the serving of subpoenas.
• Assists at trial as requested by attorneys.
• Assists taxpayers in resolving tax assessment and tax payment problems.
• Maintains law library in County Attorney’s Office.
• Performs Office Manager/Legal Secretary’s duties.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

 

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED:  None

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Work is performed primarily indoors in a smoking-restricted environment.  Occasional trips outside the office to the law library and courtrooms are required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Considerable knowledge of State and Federal Statutes, case laws, precedents, and County ordinances concerning governmental operations, ad valorem taxation, labor law, and local government finance.
  • Considerable knowledge of court proceedings and processes.
  • Ability to prepare motions, court orders, and legal documents related to case presentation.
  • Ability to conduct legal research.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply Federal and State Laws, regulations, and statutes.
  • Ability to maintain organization of office, files, attorney calendars, and litigation calendars.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably. 
  • Skill in the operation of a computer.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Ability to communicate effectively orally via telephone and in person.
  • Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard operation.
  • Visual acuity is necessary for use of a computer screen and for the reading of legal documentation.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of college-level coursework in legal, paralegal, or related field;  some experience in the paralegal, legal research, case preparation, or a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. 

Prefer a paralegal certificate. 

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