Public Defender Legal Assistant Job Durham area,North Carolina USA,Administrative/Clerical

Public Defender Legal Assistant (S)

The Office of the Public Defender, District 16 in Durham County, seeks a qualified individual to provide secretarial support for the office attorneys. Duties include but are not limited to the following: assist clients and attorneys as requested; word processing; type forms; file documents; answer and screen incoming calls; open, screen, and distribute mail; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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Competencies:

Knowledge of: office practices and procedures; legal terminology; grammar and punctuation; legal forms for orders, judgments, and other documents; commonly used rules, procedures, or methods to perform limited, recurring assignments such as operate computer, printer, switchboard, and copiers. Skill in:
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; typing with accuracy and speed; and answering a multi-line telephone system. Ability to: screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper destination; spell accurately and use proper grammar; learn specific rules and regulations related to verifying, processing, and maintaining records and documents; use judgment in organizing and establishing document formats; develop a general knowledge of the role and mission of the office and its relationship to other judicial offices;

and provide basic information and instructions regarding programs and office procedures.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school graduation or equivalency certificate and one (1) year of legal clerical experience.

Attach cover letter and résumé.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.