Legal Assistant, District Attorney's Office

Deschutes County; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site clinic

Health plan

Life insurance

Pension (PERS)

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Deschutes County is seeking a Legal Clerk to perform complex clerical duties and provide administrative support for Deputy District Attorneys in Deschutes County, Oregon. The role requires strong knowledge of legal terms and precise document handling.

The position emphasizes independent work, file management, and coordination with courts, law enforcement, and clients. Excellent benefits accompany a stable county government role in Central Oregon.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with an emphasis in law, legal studies, or related coursework.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience working in a legal office.
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue legal documents.
• Create and maintain case files.
• Manage discovery.
• Process digital evidence.
• Coordinate restitution and trial support/coordination.
• Complete post-conviction work.

Skills

Documentation

Research

Legal terminology

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in law or related coursework

Equivalent training/education/experience

Tools

OJIN

LEDS

Job description

Summary

Mission Statement: It is the mission of the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office to seek justice, advance public safety and uphold the law. We strive to maintain public trust and serve the people of Deschutes County with fairness, integrity and honor.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The District Attorney’s Office represents the State of Oregon in all criminal cases filed in Deschutes County. The District Attorney and a team of Deputy District Attorneys are responsible for evaluating the investigative reports submitted by local, state, and federal agencies and determine whether justice and public safety require prosecution. We serve the people of Deschutes County by promoting justice, strengthening community safety, and increasing trust in the legal system. While we represent the State of Oregon in criminal matters, we also partner with community organizations, law enforcement, service providers, and victims to achieve outcomes that are fair, effective, and equitable. We balance the use of both traditional prosecution and innovative alternatives, which are community-centered and trauma-informed. We embrace diverse backgrounds and perspectives to realize justice and foster professional growth and collaboration. Join our dedicated team to make a meaningful impact.

ABOUT THE COUNTY: We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB: This position will perform a variety of complex to difficult legal clerical duties, which will require a thorough and specialized knowledge of legal terms and formats. Incumbent will provide administrative and legal support for Deputy District Attorneys.

• Preparing and issuing legal documents.
• Creating and maintaining case files.
• Managing discovery.
• Processing digital evidence.
• Coordinating restitution and trial support/coordination.
• Complete post-conviction work.

What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with:

• District Attorney's Office policies, procedures, organization, and operations.
• State of Oregon statutes, Court policies, federal rules and requirements, and specialized court software applications.
• Operations, functions, procedures, rules, and policies of state and federal courts.
• Principles and protocols for the management of official documents and court records.
• Legal system and law enforcement agency procedures and terminology.
• Principles of record keeping, case files, and records management.
• Basic laws and regulations governing the release of information from Court records.

Skill in:

• Coordinating and performing a variety of skilled technical support functions.
• Working independently and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
• Researching and reading legal documents and extracting relevant information.
• Drafting, preparing, filing, and distributing various types of legal documents.
• Creating accurate reports, technical documents, and legal correspondence.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with people seeking information.
• Effectively handling hostile, angry, and emotional customers.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software, and entering information into a computer system with speed and accuracy.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

Compensation

$5,860.04 to $7,853.03 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union represented position is available immediately.

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree with an emphasis in law, legal studies, or related coursework;
• AND two (2) years of relevant experience working in a legal office;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oregon Judicial Information Network (OJIN), and certification in Law EnforcementData System(LEDS).
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of cataloging systems.

Necessary Special Requirements

The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Dependent on the area of assignment, additional certifications and/or licenses may be required within a specified timeframe after hire, such as Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) and CJIS certification from the State of Oregon.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.