Public Defender Legal Assistant

SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated

THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY.

The North Carolina Public Defender's, District 43, which consists of Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Macon, and Swain counties, is seeking a qualified, full-time legal assistant to provide support for attorneys in a fast-paced growing setting. This position requires a working knowledge of office practices and procedures to include creating and editing letters, memos and legal documents. This position will also require direct communication with clients and members of the public and the ability to respond to their immediate needs. As a public service employee, it is expected that all will engage in community service and participate in outreach programs relevant to the services we are providing, including volunteer programs which occur during evening hours and weekends.

Must have valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Salary

• $38,574 - $63,372/year

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of: office practices and procedures; legal terminology; grammar and punctuation; legal forms for orders, judgments, and other documents; commonly used rules, procedures, or methods to perform limited, recurring assignments such as operate computer, printer, switchboard, and copiers.

Skill in: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; typing with accuracy and speed; and answering a multi-line telephone system.

Ability to: screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper destination; spell accurately and use proper grammar; learn specific rules and regulations related to verifying, processing, and maintaining records and documents; use judgment in organizing and establishing document formats; develop a general knowledge of the role and mission of the office and its relationship to other judicial offices; and provide basic information and instructions regarding programs and office procedures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school graduation or equivalency certificate and one (1) year of legal clerical experience.

Attach cover letter and résumé.

How to Apply

INSTRUCTIONS:

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Charmaine J. Leeks
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division Benefits

Judicial Branch employees are eligible for the North Carolina State Government benefits package. The package consists of a comprehensive collection of benefit options including medical coverage, defined benefit retirement, supplemental retirement, flexible benefits, supplemental insurance, and other miscellaneous benefits.

Employees of the North Carolina Judicial Department have the opportunity to participate in an array of benefit offerings depending on employment status. The Benefits Eligibility Chart describes benefit eligibility by employment status.