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N.C. Department of Information Technology · 22 hours ago

Public Defender Legal Assistant

Durham County, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$39K/yr - $63K/yr

1+ years exp

The N.C. Department of Information Technology is part of the Judicial Branch, seeking a qualified individual for the role of Public Defender Legal Assistant. The role involves providing support services for office attorneys, assisting clients, and managing various clerical tasks.

Information Technology & Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Assist clients and attorneys as requested

Word processing

Type forms

File documents

Answer and screen incoming calls

Open, screen, and distribute mail

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal terminologyMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookTyping accuracyMulti-line telephone systemOffice practicesGrammarPunctuationDocument formatting

Required

High school graduation or equivalency certificate

One (1) year of legal clerical experience

Knowledge of office practices and procedures

Knowledge of legal terminology

Knowledge of grammar and punctuation

Knowledge of legal forms for orders, judgments, and other documents

Knowledge of commonly used rules, procedures, or methods to perform limited, recurring assignments such as operate computer, printer, switchboard, and copiers

Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Skill in typing with accuracy and speed

Skill in answering a multi-line telephone system

Ability to screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper destination

Ability to spell accurately and use proper grammar

Ability to learn specific rules and regulations related to verifying, processing, and maintaining records and documents

Ability to use judgment in organizing and establishing document formats

Ability to develop a general knowledge of the role and mission of the office and its relationship to other judicial offices

Ability to provide basic information and instructions regarding programs and office procedures