Discreet Legal Secretary for Prosecutors

Champaign County; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF retirement

457 deferred compensation

Health insurance

Job summary

The Champaign County State's Attorney's Office seeks an Administrative Legal Secretary to support Assistant State's Attorneys with confidential, clerical, and electronic document handling. The role requires discretion, strong organization, and independent judgement in managing case materials and evidence.

Responsibilities include scheduling hearings, filing via e-filing systems, maintaining case records, coordinating with court staff and law enforcement, and training junior staff as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; secretarial training preferred.
• 3+ years legal, social service, or criminal justice experience preferred.
• Associate degree or higher with relevant coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule hearings, meetings, and court appearances with court staff and parties.
• Prepare, file, and manage legal documents including warrants, subpoenas, and indictments.
• Maintain physical and electronic case files and evidence securely.
• Provide confidential administrative support to prosecutors.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Written communication

Verbal communication

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher

Tools

e-filing systems

LEADS certification

Case management systems

Office software suite

Job description

The Champaign County State's Attorney's Office seeks an Administrative Legal Secretary to support Assistant State's Attorneys with confidential, clerical, and electronic document handling. The role requires discretion, strong organization, and independent judgement in managing case materials and evidence.

Responsibilities include scheduling hearings, filing via e-filing systems, maintaining case records, coordinating with court staff and law enforcement, and training junior staff as needed.