Criminal Legal Assistant

Cass County Government; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Employer-paid life insurance

Spousal coverage (optional)

Pension

Paid vacation and sick time

Overtime bonus pay (optional)

Job security

Job summary

Cass County Government in Fargo, ND is seeking a full-time Criminal Legal Assistant to support attorneys, organize case files, prepare legal documents, and manage court deadlines with precision. The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a law-related field and 3+ years of prosecutorial experience, plus 2+ years as senior secretarial or paralegal staff with strong MS Office skills.

This role offers a competitive salary with growth to $70,017 and a benefits package including health insurance,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a law-related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in a prosecutorial setting is preferred.
• 2+ years of senior secretarial or paralegal experience in a law office is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue legal documents and organize case files.
• Track court schedules and support attorneys with administrative tasks.
• Maintain digital records and ensure timely filings with accuracy.

Skills

Prosecutorial experience

Paralegal experience

MS Office proficiency

Case file organization

Education

Associate's degree in a law-related field

Tools

Odyssey

Legal software familiarity

Job description

Are you driven by accuracy, energized by fast-paced legal work, and ready to make an impact in your community? Cass County in Fargo, ND is seeking a full‑time Criminal Legal Assistant. This role is perfect for someone who thrives where justice, organization, and purpose meet. If you're looking for a position where your attention to detail shapes real outcomes,

As our Criminal Legal Assistant, you'll earn $50,704 - $55,534 annually, with salary growth up to $70,017 through regular increases. We also offer top‑notch benefits and perks, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Optional spouse coverage
• Pension
• Vacation and sick time
• Optional overtime bonus pay
• Job security

THE TYPE OF CANDIDATE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal candidate meets the qualifications listed below:

• Associate's degree in a law-related field

• 3+ years of experience in a prosecutorial setting

• 2+ years of senior secretarial or paralegal experience in a law office
• Proficiency with PCs, electronic data preservation, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)

Preferred qualifications include knowledge of the criminal justice system, experience preparing and filing legal documents, familiarity with Odyssey and other legal software, experience in paperless environments, and the ability to multitask and perform independently in high‑stress settings.

If you can meet the requirements above, keep reading to find out what your day entails!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY AS A CRIMINAL LEGAL ASSISTANT

In this full‑time role, you'll be the steady force ensuring cases move forward smoothly each day. You'll prepare and issue legal documents, organize case files, track court schedules, and support attorneys with essential administrative tasks. From managing time‑sensitive filings to maintaining meticulous digital records, you'll be at the center of activity, keeping information flowing, deadlines met, and the office functioning with accuracy and confidence.

ABOUT CASS COUNTY

For more than 150 years, Cass County has proudly served and protected our residents as the most populous county in North Dakota. Our mission is to maintain a safe environment where everyone can enjoy a happy, healthy life. With a dedicated sheriff's office that operates a jail, provides court security and services, and leads life‑saving special projects like search and rescue and snowmobile patrol, our community counts on us for safety and support.