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Posted : Friday, December 01, 2023 09:58 AM
Department: State's Attorney
Job Status: Full-Time
Details: Please include resume and cover letter at time of application
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Legal Assistant II – Victim/Witness Unit
Starting Salary Range: $43,896.
36 - $48,302.
48 annually Position Summary This opening is for a Legal Assistant II in the Victim/Witness Unit of the State’s Attorney’s Office.
This specific position assists crime victims in exercising their constitutional rights under the Illinois Constitution and statutory rights under the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act.
It also assists Assistant State’s Attorneys in scheduling lay and professional witnesses for trials and hearings.
It is imperative that the individual selected for this position possess strong organizational skills that can assist attorneys in coordinating the schedules for an untold number of victims, witnesses and professionals that are necessary to testify in complex criminal matters.
Moreover, it is further imperative that the individual selected for this position be able to show victims of crime a proper amount of empathy as they seek to cope with trauma.
This is a grant funded position and, as such, the existence of the position is subject to state funding appropriations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists staff attorneys in trial preparation for cases by retrieving documents, tracking availability and location of witnesses, preparing subpoenas and arranging for service, and organizing evidence; proof reads and checks memos, pleadings and briefs; tracks and monitors progress of cases; gathers case filings statistics and prepares monthly reports.
Opens and reviews incoming correspondence, associating correspondence with appropriate case files; attaches related materials when appropriate; composes routine correspondence, as needed.
Establishes and maintains files, records data base information, and other information sources related to work; keeps suspense file on recurring and other scheduled requirements for replies and reports; maintains trial and appeal log, office docket system, and office calendar.
Operates various standard office equipment, such as word processor, copiers, and calculators.
Collects case statistics for preparing quarterly and yearly grant reporting Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable knowledge of English composition, spelling, and grammar, including legal terminology.
Considerable knowledge of legal record keeping, documents, and reporting systems.
Knowledge of criminal court procedures.
Skill in operating word processing and other standard office equipment.
Ability to understand and apply general guidelines to various legal requirements, and to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information in an atmosphere of loyalty and trust.
Ability to organize work and perform assignments under minimal direction.
Ability to express ideas clearly and convey information effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, county officials, staff of outside agencies, and the public.
Required Qualifications Considerable experience (4-6 years) as a legal secretary or clerk in a law office involving the broad scope of legal support functions Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above noted knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal is preferred.
Physical Attributes/Demands Work requires sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, bending stooping, climbing stairs, lifting, moving and carrying light objects, and operating standard office equipment.
Work Environment The work is performed indoors, in an office environment and involves exposure to normal risks typical to an office setting.
Benefits Package McLean County offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Medical Member Rewards Program Health Savings Account (HSA) Flex Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Spending Account (DSA) Supplemental Insurance: Life, Critical Illness and Accident County provided Life Insurance Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension) Paid time off: vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays Identity Protection Charitable Giving Employee Assistance Program About McLean County Government McLean County is the largest county by land area in the state of Illinois with a population of over 172,000.
McLean County Government is a fast-moving and dynamic workplace established to locally administer Illinois State laws and serve the community in a variety of ways throughout our multitude of departments.
With a $146 million operating budget, over 800 employees, and an Aa1 Bond Rating, McLean County Government is positioned to maintain and expand its reputation for excellence in local government.
To learn more about all the services McLean County Government provides the community, please visit https://mcleancountyil.
gov/.
A full list of Departments with a description of their function can be located at https://www.
mcleancountyil.
gov/8/Departments.
How to Apply *If applying through a third party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government’s Job Board located at https://il-mcleancounty.
civicplushrms.
com/careers/Jobs.
aspx Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request.
McLean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
36 - $48,302.
48 annually Position Summary This opening is for a Legal Assistant II in the Victim/Witness Unit of the State’s Attorney’s Office.
This specific position assists crime victims in exercising their constitutional rights under the Illinois Constitution and statutory rights under the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act.
It also assists Assistant State’s Attorneys in scheduling lay and professional witnesses for trials and hearings.
It is imperative that the individual selected for this position possess strong organizational skills that can assist attorneys in coordinating the schedules for an untold number of victims, witnesses and professionals that are necessary to testify in complex criminal matters.
Moreover, it is further imperative that the individual selected for this position be able to show victims of crime a proper amount of empathy as they seek to cope with trauma.
This is a grant funded position and, as such, the existence of the position is subject to state funding appropriations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists staff attorneys in trial preparation for cases by retrieving documents, tracking availability and location of witnesses, preparing subpoenas and arranging for service, and organizing evidence; proof reads and checks memos, pleadings and briefs; tracks and monitors progress of cases; gathers case filings statistics and prepares monthly reports.
Opens and reviews incoming correspondence, associating correspondence with appropriate case files; attaches related materials when appropriate; composes routine correspondence, as needed.
Establishes and maintains files, records data base information, and other information sources related to work; keeps suspense file on recurring and other scheduled requirements for replies and reports; maintains trial and appeal log, office docket system, and office calendar.
Operates various standard office equipment, such as word processor, copiers, and calculators.
Collects case statistics for preparing quarterly and yearly grant reporting Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable knowledge of English composition, spelling, and grammar, including legal terminology.
Considerable knowledge of legal record keeping, documents, and reporting systems.
Knowledge of criminal court procedures.
Skill in operating word processing and other standard office equipment.
Ability to understand and apply general guidelines to various legal requirements, and to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information in an atmosphere of loyalty and trust.
Ability to organize work and perform assignments under minimal direction.
Ability to express ideas clearly and convey information effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, county officials, staff of outside agencies, and the public.
Required Qualifications Considerable experience (4-6 years) as a legal secretary or clerk in a law office involving the broad scope of legal support functions Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above noted knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal is preferred.
Physical Attributes/Demands Work requires sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, bending stooping, climbing stairs, lifting, moving and carrying light objects, and operating standard office equipment.
Work Environment The work is performed indoors, in an office environment and involves exposure to normal risks typical to an office setting.
Benefits Package McLean County offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Medical Member Rewards Program Health Savings Account (HSA) Flex Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Spending Account (DSA) Supplemental Insurance: Life, Critical Illness and Accident County provided Life Insurance Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension) Paid time off: vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays Identity Protection Charitable Giving Employee Assistance Program About McLean County Government McLean County is the largest county by land area in the state of Illinois with a population of over 172,000.
McLean County Government is a fast-moving and dynamic workplace established to locally administer Illinois State laws and serve the community in a variety of ways throughout our multitude of departments.
With a $146 million operating budget, over 800 employees, and an Aa1 Bond Rating, McLean County Government is positioned to maintain and expand its reputation for excellence in local government.
To learn more about all the services McLean County Government provides the community, please visit https://mcleancountyil.
gov/.
A full list of Departments with a description of their function can be located at https://www.
mcleancountyil.
gov/8/Departments.
How to Apply *If applying through a third party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government’s Job Board located at https://il-mcleancounty.
civicplushrms.
com/careers/Jobs.
aspx Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request.
McLean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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• Location : McLean County, IL
• Post ID: 9126798968
