District Attorney Legal Assistant (Legal Support & Investigations Specialist)

Agency

Commission and Conferences

Division

District Attorneys' Conference

Job Classification Title

District Attorney Legal Assistant (S)

Position Number

65023313

Grade

30013231

About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00

The North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys is seeking a highly motivated, service-oriented professional to serve in a hybrid Legal Support & Investigations Specialist role. This position blends the strengths of a legal assistant and an investigator and is ideal for someone with law enforcement experience who is ready to apply their skills in a collaborative, statewide setting.

This role supports conflict cases and special prosecutions handled by the Conference and works closely with prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, and victims of crime across North Carolina. The successful candidate will play a key role in case intake, investigative support, discovery management, victim coordination, and law enforcement training, while also helping the Conference build expertise and capacity in modern investigative and discovery platforms.

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to help build and shape a program, contribute to meaningful statewide work, and be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to delivering justice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Case Intake & Legal Support

• Intake conflict and special prosecution cases referred to the Conference.
• Establish, organize, and maintain case files with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist prosecutors with case preparation, document management, and trial support as needed.
• Draft correspondence, summaries, and reports related to investigative and legal matters.

Investigative Support & Law Enforcement Liaison

• Serve as a liaison between the Conference and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Review and analyze investigative materials, including law enforcement reports, digital evidence, and related records.
• Utilize investigative databases and tools, including CLEAR and similar platforms, to locate witnesses and gather relevant information.
• Support investigative needs in conflict and special prosecution matters in coordination with assigned prosecutors.

Discovery & Technology Expertise

• Develop and maintain expertise in Axon Justice and other discovery and investigative platforms.
• Assist with discovery intake, organization, and management for Conference-handled cases.
• Work collaboratively with prosecutors and law enforcement to ensure efficient, accurate, and secure handling of discovery materials.
• Stay current on evolving technology, discovery practices, and investigative tools relevant to prosecution work.

Victim & Witness Support

• Serve as a point of contact for victims and witnesses involved in Conference-handled cases.
• Provide clear information, guidance, and support to help victims understand the process and feel prepared.
• Coordinate with prosecutors and community partners to connect victims with appropriate resources.
• Approach all interactions with professionalism, empathy, and trauma-informed awareness.

Training & Program Development

• Assist with or support training efforts for law enforcement and other stakeholders related to investigations, discovery, and case preparation.
• Contribute to the development of best practices, training materials, and internal processes.
• Participate as a collaborative team member in building and refining this role and the program it supports.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:

Knowledge of: court system and procedures; legal terminology; and community resources to refer victims and witnesses.

Skill in: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; accurately typing 35-40 wpm; and answering a multi-line telephone system.

Ability to: interview to elicit information from victims and witnesses to assure appropriate services; coordinate and schedule the daily operations of the victim and witness program; manage the court appearances of victims and witnesses to ensure their presence in the courtroom when needed; communicate orally and in writing with persons of diverse backgrounds; establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement officers, officials of related agencies and the general public; and calmly handle stressful situations.

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Dominikii Coleman
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
https://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Graduation from high school, or and equivalency certificate, and two years of legal/secretarial experience.

Attach cover letter and résumé.

Management Preferences:

Knowledge Of

• Criminal investigations, evidence handling, and prosecution support.
• Court systems, legal terminology, and criminal procedure.
• Discovery platforms and investigative databases (including Axon Justice and CLEAR).

Skill In

• Organizing complex information and managing multiple priorities.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Building effective working relationships with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners.
• Utilizing technology and adapting to new systems and tools.

Ability To

• Work independently while also thriving as part of a collaborative team.
• Maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Contribute positively to a supportive, mission-focused work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law enforcement experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with prosecutors, investigative units, or criminal justice agencies.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Dominikii Coleman

Email:

HumanResources@nccourts.org