Legal Specialist- District Court

Job Description:

• Works with District Court and Juvenile Prosecution teams.
• Supports case preparation and management, including juvenile specific tasks, such as Intake, Victim impact statements, e-filing petitions, etc.
• Processes and handles specific requests, including 911 calls screens, audio, and multimedia ensuring timely release for discovery purposes.
• Reviews supplemental reports to identify new witnesses. Enters and updates witness contact information in Action. Drafts and issues subpoenas to ensure the presence of key witnesses for hearings and trials. 
• Assists with docket management. E-files documents, such as writs and witness lists with the courts.
• Responds to telephone and walk-in inquiries from attorneys, law enforcement officials, witnesses and general public.  Handles requests or refers to other personnel.  Channels inquiries to appropriate attorney or paralegal.
• Handles other duties, tasks, or special projects as assigned by attorneys, paralegals or department manager.

 

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Onsite health centers
• Onsite fitness centers
• Reach Your Peak wellness program
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance 
• Flexible spending accounts to include dependent care
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Deferred compensation (457b)

Click on links for general benefits information and El Paso County Retirement Plan website.

Colorado’s 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is located in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. We are committed to our community and our mission to administer justice, advocate for victims and partner with law enforcement and citizens in this community in the deterrence and prevention of crime. The office has a staff of 250 employees comprised of attorneys, investigators, and support personnel.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by one-year related experience and/or training in legal field.
• Language Skill:  Must speak, read, write, and understand English; secondary language beneficial.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine correspondence.
• Computer Skill: Experience with word processing and data base programs.
• General knowledge of legal terminology, procedures and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

                          -or-

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary

• $48,790 - $53,000