Paralegal

Description

Department: County Civil Attorney

Position Control Number: 0122-005

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is not designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test: No

Opening Date: July 8, 2026


Closing Date: July 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing support to the legal staff of the County Attorney's Office with legal research, preparation of legal documents, and maintenance of legal case files and litigation calendar; assists with the management of the attorneys' non-litigation calendars and research files.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts legal research to assist legal staff with case preparation.
• Organizes and maintains litigation files.
• Drafts discovery pleadings and organizes documents.
• Maintains litigation calendar for all legal staff within the office ensuring appropriate deadlines.
• Conducts legal research and prepares drafts of memoranda, legal opinions, ordinances, and legislation for review by an attorney.
• Maintains Bond Forfeiture files and scheduling; drafts order and pleading as required.
• Monitors bankruptcy and foreclosure files; prepares pleadings as may be necessary.
• Indexes and summarizes depositions; organizes and prepares exhibits for trial.
• Prepares subpoenas as directed; serves or ensures the serving of subpoenas.
• Assists at trial as requested by attorneys.
• Assists taxpayers in resolving tax assessment and tax payment problems.
• Maintains law library in County Attorney's Office.
• Performs Office Manager/Legal Secretary's duties.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: None

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily indoors in a smoking-restricted environment. Occasional trips outside the office to the law library and courtrooms are required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Considerable knowledge of State and Federal Statutes, case laws, precedents, and County ordinances concerning governmental operations, ad valorem taxation, labor law, and local government finance.
  • Considerable knowledge of court proceedings and processes.
  • Ability to prepare motions, court orders, and legal documents related to case presentation.
  • Ability to conduct legal research.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply Federal and State Laws, regulations, and statutes.
  • Ability to maintain organization of office, files, attorney calendars, and litigation calendars.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
  • Skill in the operation of a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Ability to communicate effectively orally via telephone and in person.
  • Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard operation.
  • Visual acuity is necessary for use of a computer screen and for the reading of legal documentation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of college-level coursework in legal, paralegal, or related field; some experience in the paralegal, legal research, case preparation, or a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.


Prefer a paralegal certificate.


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