Overview
Public Defender Legal Assistant Jobs in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA at NCdotGov
SALARY GRADE:
Flat Rated
This position is being reposted. Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.
The Office of the Public Defender, District 10 in Wake County, seeks a qualified individual to provide secretarial support for the office attorneys. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
assist clients and attorneys as requested;
word processing;
type forms;
file documents;
answer and screen incoming calls;
open, screen, and distribute mail;
other duties as assigned.
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 operating 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.
High school graduation or equivalency certificate and one (1) year of legal clerical experience.
Attach cover letter and résumé.
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Title: Public Defender Legal Assistant
Company: NCdotGov
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
