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Legal Assistant

Linn County District Attorney's Office
Albany, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

§ Do you have an interest in being a vital member of a team that works to obtain justice for victims of a wide range of crimes including, homicide, assaults, child abuse, theft, etc?

§ Do you envision yourself in a role that allows you to solve problems in a fast-paced law office environment?

§ Do you have a personal commitment to putting ethics into action by holding yourself to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty and principles?

JOB SUMMARY:

§ Assisting attorneys in the courtroom by preparing visual digital media exhibits, coordination of witnesses, and strategizing effective arguments for a judge or jury.

§ Enhancing attorney effectiveness by providing information-management support, anticipating needs, and working toward a common goal.

§ Responsible for communicating between the District Attorney’s Office, court staff, law enforcement, and defense attorneys regarding court appearance and case needs.

§ Respond to daily urgent requests, in a timely manner, to support Deputy District Attorneys.

§ Open new case files, prepare appropriate documents, and modify cases during court case life.

§ Ability to work well under pressure, utilize strong organizational and prioritization skills, balance work assignments, and have high attention to detail.

§ Ability to handle a wide range of situations and circumstances effectively, positively, and professionally and to maintain composure in difficult, stressful, and quickly emerging situations.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

§ Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in administrative assistant professional related studies or equivalent combination of education and experience.

§ A positive and constructive attitude and professional demeanor.

§ Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.

§ The ability to multi-task in a busy office environment.

§ Superior organization skills and attention to detail.

§ Excellent composition, grammar, punctuation, and proof-reading skills.

§ Must pass a criminal history and background check.

EXPERIENCE OR PROFICIENCY PREFERED:

§ Knowledge of principles, practices, laws and procedures of criminal justice.

§ Computer skills – experience or proficiency with any of the following:

o Spreadsheets, SQL, and data analytics;

o Setting up presentation equipment and familiar with presentation software;

o Video/audio editing software;

o Windows operating system;

o Microsoft office suite of products;

o Case management software;

o Calendaring software;

o Digital marketing;

o Computer programing;

o Graphic design software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,802.00 - $4,764.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

  • Albany, OR 97321 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Albany, OR 97321: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3,802 - $4,764

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