Flex Legal Assistant

Under the general supervision of the Legal Specialist, this support staff position provides clerical and administrative assistance to city prosecutors for the prosecution of criminal cases within the City of Orem's jurisdiction. The Flex Legal Assistant will utilize various case management software and other e-systems for data entry and extraction. The Flex Legal Assistant will prepare legal documents, including but not limited to subpoenas, warrants, writs, and general correspondence related to criminal cases, and will file various motions and orders with both justice and district courts. The Flex Legal Assistant will conduct court follow-up to manage prosecutors' calendars and execute tasks based on hearing outcomes. The Flex Legal Assistant will manage and respond to incoming mail, emails, and telephone calls from defendants, defense attorneys and staff, victims, witnesses, court personnel, law enforcement officers and other agency personnel concerning upcoming hearings and trials, inquiries regarding criminal cases, and other related matters. This position is time-limited.

- Requires graduation from high school or equivalent and at least one year of clerical/administrative work experience or equivalent training.- Previous experience working in a legal setting is preferred.- Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential information with discretion and integrity.- Ability to perform clerical work with high degree of organization and accuracy.- Skill in the operation of a computer and its various programs, operating systems, applications, etc.- Ability to manage numerous tasks and assignments at a time with frequent interruptions.- Ability to proactively troubleshoot and resolve problems with minimal supervision.- Ability to interact with and work effectively with city staff and prosecutors, court personnel, defense attorneys and staff, and law enforcement officers and other law enforcement agency personnel.- Ability to interact with and assist defendants, witnesses, victims, and members of the public.- Ability to deal appropriately with people in general and/or in escalated situations that may, at times, become confrontational, stressful or uncomfortable.- Spanish language fluency is a plus! The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and background investigation.

Individual starting salary will depend on qualifications, certifications, and experience. The City also provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

28 hours/week Candidate must be available to work between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Mondays - Fridays.

Those interested in applying should submit their application online. ONLY THE INFORMATION ON OR ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION WILL BE USED FOR SCREENING PURPOSES.