Legal Assistant I

Legal Assistant I

The Legal Assistant I provides administrative, clerical, and case-support services to the City Prosecutor's Office. This is an entry-level legal support position responsible for assisting prosecutors, paralegals, and other staff with the day-to-day operation of a busy municipal prosecution office. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with computers, and able to communicate professionally with members of the public, law enforcement personnel, court staff, attorneys, victims, witnesses, and other City employees. Prior legal experience is not required. Candidates with strong administrative, customer service, records management, data-entry, or general office experience who demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn legal terminology, procedures, and case-management processes are encouraged to apply. The position requires the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and work effectively in a fast-paced professional environment.

No legal experience? That's okay. The Bullhead City Prosecutor's Office is seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented individual to join its team as a Legal Assistant I. This position provides administrative and case support to prosecutors and paralegals handling misdemeanor and municipal-code cases. Duties include maintaining case files, entering and updating information, preparing and processing documents, assisting with court-related materials, communicating with law enforcement, court personnel, attorneys, and members of the public, and providing general office support. Previous legal experience is welcome but not required. If you have solid administrative or office skills, are comfortable using computers, pay close attention to detail, communicate professionally, and are interested in learning about the legal system, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in beginning a career in the legal field, criminal justice system, or municipal government.

High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience performing administrative, clerical, customer service, records management, data entry, or general office duties; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Previous legal experience is not required. Experience working in a legal office, court, law enforcement agency, government office, or other professional office environment is desirable but not required. Ability to type approximately 50 words per minute is preferred. Valid State Driver's License, if required by the City for this classification. National Incident Management System (NIMS) training as required based on assignment. Must successfully complete any required City, criminal justice information, confidentiality, records management, or job-specific training following appointment. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certifications being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.