Legal Office Assistant I

County of Nevada; Nevada City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Nevada is seeking a detail‑oriented Legal Office Assistant I/II to join the District Attorney's Office. You will support front desk operations, handle mail, schedule appointments, and assist with case management and discovery materials.

This role offers hands‑on experience in a busy criminal justice environment and opportunities for growth within the public service sector. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with clerical experience; be able to type, enter reports into

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus two years of responsible clerical and staff support experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire; Class C license required.
• POST course completion and CLETS training within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional front desk service: greet visitors, answer calls, schedule appointments, process mail, and maintain security.
• Receive and enter law enforcement reports into the case management system.
• Manage digital evidence and prepare discovery materials for defense counsel.
• Collaborate with Probation Department to support information exchange for pre-trial services and court reporting.
• Organize and manage prosecution-related documents.
• Assist with witness coordination during court proceedings and respond to public information requests.

Skills

Customer service

Document management

Data entry

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST law enforcement clerk course

CLETS certification

Job description

Definition and Class Characteristics

INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9, 2026

We are recruiting at multiple levels. You are encouraged to apply for all levels that you want to be considered for.

Are you interested in a meaningful career in the criminal justice field? Consider joining the Nevada County District Attorney's Office as a Legal Office Assistant I/II. We’re seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to become part of our fast-paced team. This role offers valuable hands‑on experience, opportunities for professional growth, and pathways for advancement as you build your skills and expertise. We will be recruiting for a I/II for this vacancy, and we encourage you to apply for all levels you qualify for!

As a critical member of the District Attorney team, the Legal Office Assistant helps support the pursuit of justice by:

• Providing professional customer service at the front desk, including greeting visitors, answering calls, scheduling appointments, processing mail, and helping maintain office security
• Receiving and entering law enforcement reports into the case management system
• Managing digital evidence and preparing discovery materials for defense counsel
• Collaborating with the Probation Department to support accurate information exchange for pre‑trial services and court reporting
• Organizing and managing prosecution‑related documents
• Assisting with witness coordination during court proceedings and responding to public information requests

This is an opportunity to play an important role in public service while building a rewarding career in the legal field.

Our staff members enjoy an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to, a generous sick time/vacation/leave benefit; 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays; CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a flexible spending account (FSA); a dependent care account (DCA); and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options. The County also participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Why Nevada County?

Our county leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a high‑performance organization, and recognizes our individual contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Education and Experience Required

Level I:Graduation from high school or possession of a GED or high school proficiency certificate and two years of responsible clerical and staff support experience. LOA-Is assigned to some offices must complete P.O.S.T. law enforcement clerk course and California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) certification within one year of hire.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. A valid Class C driver's license must be maintained throughout employment in this class to perform the essential functions of the position.
Some positions may require typing at a net rate of 40 wpm.
Completion of P.O.S.T. law enforcement clerk course (e.g., Basic Law Enforcement Records Course) within one year of hire, as noted on the job announcement. CLETS training certification required for certain positions within first 90 days of hire.