Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant PositionWe need an experienced Legal Assistant to support the U.S. Attorney's Office District of South Dakota (USAO SD) Department of Justice (DOJ). This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.ResponsibilitiesWork directly with Witnesses prior to, during, and after trialWork with Witnesses concerning travel arrangements, appearance date/timeUse judgment to determine when attorney's should be notified of the Witness' special circumstances or needsConfer with attorneys about Witness appearance, special circumstances, or needsComplete and submit proper documentation for special authorizations and obtain prior approvalsEnsure all travel documents and appearance date and time have been provided to the WitnessMake necessary arrangements for Witness travel and lodgingCoordinate travel according to Department of Justice (DOJ) policies and proceduresMeet with Witnesses upon arrival to designated hearing or pre-trial conferenceProvide Witnesses a courtroom orientation, accompany them to court, and ensure a safe waiting area is availableCollect necessary documentation and signatures for Witness reimbursement documentsPrepare and submit documentation for Witness reimbursement, i.e., vouchers and other required documentationFurnish requested information concerning pending and completed Witness vouchersDetermine and resolve any of the Witness' special circumstances or needs (e.g., authorizations, international travel, military/federal employment, etc.)Gather required documentation and reconcile Government Travel AccountsObtain information, confer, and coordinate with the Court, Probation, Pretrial, U.S. Marshals Service, investigative agencies, and other counterparts, when necessaryComplete forms and documents according to style and format rulesCompose original letters that do not require legal interpretationsApply knowledge of legal procedures and terminologyEstablish and maintain a variety of files, documents and databasesAssemble documents and other information for file records and retention policiesEstablish and maintain calendar and/or database of active and pending Witness appearancesTrack hearings, trial dates, Grand Jury and scheduling conferencesPerform other administrative and logistical Witness management duties as required/assignedBackgroundOne (1) year of progressive and relevant experienceProficient in word processing, document management, and Microsoft Office SuiteExperience with business administration is preferredEducationPreference for Bachelor's degree in related fieldLocationFederal Building Suite 337, 225 South Pierre Street, Pierre, SD, 57501TeleworkN/AClearanceU.S. citizenship required since this role supports the U.S. federal governmentClientDepartment of Justice (DOJ)TravelNo travel requiredWork Hours40 hours per week8 hours per dayEmployment ClassificationEmployment Classification Eligibility — NonexemptRelocationNot eligible for relocation benefitsKMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 100% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 100% of the time.