DA Legal Secretary II at County of Weld — Greeley, CO

Compensation Range

$29.30 - $38.10--

Job Description Summary

The DA Legal Secretary II - District Court position provides administrative support for deputy district attorneys on adult felony cases.--

Job Description

Case Management - 95%

• Administrative support for district court attorneys on adult felony cases.
• Performs complex duties; types documents, correspondence, reports, case files utilizing technical terminology and composition skills requiring accuracy and completeness.
• Types a variety of confidential documents, motions and correspondence. Electronically file motions with court.
• Verify docket, order and maintain tracking of evidence and reports, produce subpoenas, discovery.
• Establishes and maintains filing systems, pulling files, updating and replacing them as needed.
• Data entry of disposition and sentences and updating of court events into case management system.
• Obtain NCIC/CCIC criminal histories and certified copies of convictions.
• Acts as liaison with 29 Weld County law enforcement agencies, defense attorneys, answers inquiries from the public.
• Operates a variety of office equipment, which includes personal computer, fax, copier.
• Communicates current and anticipated problems to superior. Performs related work as required.

Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• Coverage for front desk reception as needed
• Coverage for other legal assistants/office technicians as needed
• Special projects as assigned

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Required Qualifications

Required Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience Qualifications

• 3 years experience in an increasingly responsible position in an office setting

Preferred Experience

• Experience in criminal justice office setting

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Colorado State Court Data Access and Colorado Courts Efiling Preferred
• CBI Openfox Preferred
• Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.

This position is non-exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore eligible for overtime pay.

As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings.

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Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered:

https://www.weld.gov/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team/Employee-Benefits

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Weld County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Weld County pledges to uphold a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, promoting fairness and dignity for all employees. We actively take affirmative action to comply with nondiscrimination policies and invite qualified individuals in need of reasonable accommodations to contact our Human Resources Department at humanresources@weld.gov or (970) 400-4234.