Paralegal

Job Summary

Job Summary:
Under general supervision, this position provides administrative and clerical support for the Prosecuting Attorney and his or her assistants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with preparation legal documents and prepares letters, correspondence, forms and other documents
• Operates office computers and various software
• Performs word processing, emails, and other computer communications
• Assists Prosecutor and/or Assistant Prosecutor in Preliminary Hearing & Jury Trial preparation as assigned & requested
• Provides information to attorneys for subpoena-Paras prepare the subpoenas when they’re assigned to a case.
• May potentially assist with letters and court-related documents
• Must be well organized and able to work independently

• Operate office equipment, including but not limited to: copy machine, computer, phone, and other standard equipment
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

Education/Experience:
Education equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
Experience working in a legal environment is required.
Knowledge of Word, Power Point, Excel and WestlawNext, preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of personal computers and standard software applications related to legal support work, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of filing and electronic record keeping systems
• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Advanced skill in communicating effectively using the English language, both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of legal processes and terminology
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system in the State of Missouri
• Skill in reading and preparing legal documents
• Skill in handling stressful situations successfully and the ability to work well with other employees, court professionals and the public
• Advanced skill in discretion and maintaining confidential information
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Ability to learn and apply policies, procedures, documents, and terminology affecting assigned functions
• Advanced ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time (30+ hours/week) employees including medical, health savings account or flexible spending accounts, dental, life, and retirement. The County also offers voluntary vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and a deferred compensation plan (457b).
Additionally, we offer a generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) plan, and 13 paid holidays.

If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact the Buchanan County Human Resources office at 816-271-1528 or hr-all@buchmo.gov