Part-Time Legal Assistant & Front Desk Specialist

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

Job summary

Scott County Attorney's Office in Shakopee, MN seeks a part-time legal support assistant to open and sort mail, review court notices, and accurately input information into MCAPS. This role answers calls and assists the public in person, requiring reliable transportation and a high school diploma with relevant experience.

The position works 24 hours per week (3–8 hour days) in the office, with duties including handling court hearings, discovery support, and routine office communications.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and two years of responsible legal support work, preferably in a County Attorney’s Office.

Responsibilities

• Greet the public as Office Receptionist and screen telephone calls.
• Enter data into MCAPS and maintain court hearing files.
• Open mail and court notices; route documents to appropriate files.
• Assist with discovery downloads and manage off-site storage.
• Perform other related duties as required and maintain timely work habits.

Skills

Data entry

Reception/Customer service

Phone screening

Office administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MCAPS

Job description

Scott County Attorney's Office in Shakopee, MN seeks a part-time legal support assistant to open and sort mail, review court notices, and accurately input information into MCAPS. This role answers calls and assists the public in person, requiring reliable transportation and a high school diploma with relevant experience.

The position works 24 hours per week (3–8 hour days) in the office, with duties including handling court hearings, discovery support, and routine office communications.