Legal Secretary

***WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH really***

Apply online at: www.cascadecountymt.gov

Applications are also available at:

• Cascade County Human Resources Dept.,
• www.cascadecountymt.gov
• Job Service

Submit all application materials to:
Cascade County Human Resources Department
325 2nd Ave N #108
Great Falls, MT 59401

Position: Legal Secretary (Criminal)

Salary: $17.80 per hour
Schedule: Full-time with Benefits

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Department: County Attorney's Office

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:

• A completed Cascade County Employment Application
• Letter of Introduction
• Detailed Resume

At a minimum, all qualified applicants must have:

Education/Experience/Training:

• High School Diploma, HSE or GED required. Post graduate degree preferred.
• And two (2) years of general office experience preferred. Criminal law experience preferred.

Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana.
• Must have or obtain within three (3) months of hire a Certificate of Commission to serve as a Montana Notary Public and maintain such Certificate current, valid and in good standing throughout the term of employment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Legal Secretary – Criminal (Secretary), in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Cascade County Attorney, works primarily with prosecuting attorneys in processing misdemeanor level prosecutions filed in Justice Court, felony level prosecutions in District Court, other criminal proceedings related thereto, processes revocations, extraditions, assists attorneys representing the State of Montana in Youth in Need of Care, Youth Court, Guardianship/Conservatorship and Mental Health proceedings. The Secretary drafts various legal pleadings and correspondence, sets up case files for the attorneys, keeps case files current, files pleadings with both Justice and District Courts, receives and reviews reports from law enforcement, medical and social services, logs all such discoverable documents, reports, photographs, electronic media and identifies the same when released for discovery, accurately calendars trials, hearings, and information, monitors deadlines and tracks case through the criminal justice and court systems. The Secretary professionally communicates with law enforcement, state agencies, civilian witnesses, crime victims, defense attorneys and the public via telephone, in writing or in person, proofreads, notarizes documents, photocopies, faxes, prints, emails, files, maintains strict confidentiality, must be able to pass background check and meet and maintain implemented or required security approvals for employment with the Cascade County Attorney’s Office.

The successful applicant will have a background check conducted. The results thereof may disqualify the applicant from consideration for employment with the County.

This position is covered by and subject to the Collective Bargaining Agreement by and between Teamsters Local Union #2 and the Cascade County Office and Clerical Employees.

Notice to Applicants: Applicants who are claiming Veteran’s or Handicap Preference must provide a DD-214 Discharge Document (Part 4) or DPHHS Handicap Certification and Employment Preference Form with their application for employment so Cascade County may apply the preference during the selection process.

Cascade County makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with the applicant’s ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or an employee’s ability to perform the essential duties of the job. For Cascade County to consider such arrangements, the applicants must make known any needed accommodations.

CASCADE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18