Legal Assistant

Scott County; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Scott County in Shakopee, MN seeks an Office Support Specialist performing detailed legal support duties, including reception, data entry into MCAPS, and processing court notices. The role is 24 hours per week with a 3–8 hour shift structure and requires reliable transportation.

Essential duties include greeting the public, managing mail and files, assisting with court hearings, and supporting correspondence. Training in criminal law is desirable; background check and county approval apply.

Qualifications

• Requires equivalency of a high school diploma and two years responsible legal support work.
• Training in criminal law desirable.
• The incumbent shall provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet the public as Office Receptionist and screen inquiries.
• Enter data into MCAPS and maintain court hearing file updates.
• Open, sort, review, and distribute mail and court notices; manage workflow.
• Assist with letters, memoranda, and other office correspondence.
• Adhere to shifts and conduct duties as assigned and required.

Skills

Legal support experience

Office reception

Education

High School Diploma Equivalency

Tools

MCAPS

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.

Work Location: Shakopee, MN

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more.

• Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Life Insurance
• Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts
• Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan
• Long-Term Disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans
• On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
• Active Health & Safety Teams, Committees, and Programs
• Other great benefits available: Short-Term Disability Credit Union Membership Deferred Compensation Plans Minnesota Benefit Association Vision Plan Scott County Employees Association Spirit of Scott Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Training Opportunities (Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.)

Scott County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Learn more here.

If you require accommodations during the hiring process or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Scott County Employee Relations department at 952-496-8103 and reference the posting title and number.

If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: Hiring Process | Scott County, MN

For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at https://c2mb.ajg.com/scottcounty/home/