Paralegal

Compensation: $25.11 - $40.85 hourly DOE

Application Period Ends: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

The Paralegal in the Civil Division provides comprehensive administrative and paralegal support to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, primarily assisting the elected Prosecuting Attorney and Civil team in fulfilling the Office’s statutory and constitutional responsibilities. This position requires a high degree of initiative, discretion, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Support

o Provides case support for civil litigation (including State Court, Idaho Court of Appeals, Idaho Supreme Court, U.S. District Court) Coordinates and maintains calendars related to Civil Division events, dates, and deadlines

o Drafts legal documents, correspondence, and/or memoranda for review by attorney

o Assists civil attorneys in county personnel and risk management matters

o Works independently and collaboratively with attorneys and supervisors to ensure project and case requirements are accurately completed and delivered on time

o Prepares courtroom exhibits and assists attorneys in courtroom presentations

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  Administrative Duties

o Independently procures records, documents, etc. for completeness and accuracy of files

o Maintains documents, files, and spreadsheets related to client contact and requests for legal advice (including work product and privileged communications)

o Prepares, reviews, and maintains documents, files and spreadsheets related to county contracts, procurements, property, and other county matters

o Prepares and reviews documents facilitating county government policies and procedures

o Files documents with the court and distributes documents as necessary

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  Communication

o Quickly assesses, responds to, and/or routes Civil Division communications

o Provides information to the public and/or law enforcement personnel regarding subpoenas, court events, case status, etc.

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  Other Duties

o Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County and Office policies, procedures, and safety practices

o Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding the structure and functions of a Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
• Skilled at independent research of statutes, regulations, rules and legal judgements using state and national databases
• Ability to interpret, analyze and apply statues, policies, and procedures relevant to county government and court systems
• Navigate court systems, legal procedure, terminology and various legal documents
• Draft and format clear legal documents
• Apply logical and creative problems-solving individually and in teams
• Manage and safeguard confidential information
• Organize and maintain confidential accurate records
• Prioritize tasks, manage time and meet deadlines
• Adapt through cross-training to support various office functions
• Collaborate effectively with elected officials, other county departments, law enforcement and the public

Special Qualifications

• Successfully complete a background investigation
• Upon hire, must be able to successfully complete a CJIS training course

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required
• Advanced office, business, or secretarial training preferred
• Equivalent of two (2) to ten (10) years’ experience in a legal service environment
• Equivalent combination of experience, training, and education may be considered

Essential Physical Abilities

• Clear speech with or without an accommodation, to effectively convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly and/or quickly
• Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
• Visual acuity, with or without an accommodation, to read instructions, review and organize documents
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Canyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions related to recruitment and selection are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.