Legal Assistant

Scott County; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Job summary

Scott County in Minnesota is seeking a detail-oriented legal support assistant to perform reception, data entry into MCAPS, and processing court notices. The role involves opening mail, screening calls, and supporting court hearings with workflow management.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with two years of legal support experience; criminal law training is desirable, and reliable transportation is required. 24 hours per week in Shakopee.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of responsible legal support work.
• Criminal law training is desirable.
• Reliable transportation for performance of work responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Office Receptionist greeting the public, answers and screens telephone calls, and refers inquiries as necessary.
• Inputs information into MCAPS and maintains court hearing files.
• Assists with discovery downloads and manages off-site storage for closed files.
• Opens, sorts, reviews and distributes incoming mail and court notices; enacts workflow in the office.
• Drafts letters, memoranda, and other office correspondence as assigned.

Job description

Hiring Range: $24.43 - $28.73

Full Pay Range: $22.98 - $34.49

Job Summary: Performs detailed legal support work. Opens, sorts, reviews, and distributes incoming mail and court notices. Accurately inputs information into Minnesota County Attorney Practice System database (MCAPS). Exercises independent judgment regarding duties in accordance with policy and procedures. Receives, screens, and answers calls and assists the public.

This position works 24 hours per week (3 - 8 hour days) in the office in Shakopee.

Essential Duties

• Acts as Office Receptionist greeting the public, answering and screening telephone calls, and referring inquiries as necessary.
• Assists in opening new incoming reports and enters data into MCAPS; maintains file updates for a variety of court hearings (e.g., bail hearings, First Appearances, Omnibus Hearings, Contested Hearings, Probation Violations, and Sentencings).
• Assists with discovery downloads and maintains closed files with off-site storage provider.
• Opens, sorts, reviews, and distributes incoming mail, court notices, and other legal documents; processes files coming back from court enacting workflow processes in the office.
• Assists with letters, memoranda, and other office correspondence as assigned.
• Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires equivalency of a high school diploma and two years responsible legal support work, preferably in a County Attorney's Office. Training in criminal law desirable. The incumbent shall provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Selection Process

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub using this LINK

Work Location

Shakopee, MN

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub using this LINK