What are the responsibilities and job description for the Discovery Clerk position at Racine County?
Job Summary
To perform varied and responsible clerical functions requiring individual judgment, initiative and knowledge in carrying out established policies, procedures and/or applying laws pertaining to the Office of District Attorney.
Key Responsibilities
- Use personal computer with Microsoft 365 package of products and Smart Sheet Spreadsheets.
- Learn and become proficient with District Attorney’s Office internal PROTECT, Evidence.com and RMS Phoenix Law Enforcement Databases.
- Electronically share police reports and digital media to deliver discovery to defense.
- Problem solve and recognize when evidence is missing from a case and how to get it.
- Maintain online billing program for discovery materials.
- Close and scan felony files and close misdemeanor files as needed.
- Copy jury information sheets as needed.
- Fill in for all other legal clerks to cover absences.
- Relieve receptionist for breaks.
- Perform other related tasks as required.
Supervision Received
Receives general supervision from the District Attorney, Deputy District Attorney and DA Office Manager.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; and two (2) years of law related secretarial science work or Associate degree in a Legal Secretary field from an accredited technical school or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Experience in working with legal terminology and principles.
- Recent technical training or work experience with Microsoft Word or a comparable word processing computer application.
- Prompt and regular attendance.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions effectively.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other employees and the general public.
