County Attorney - Paralegal Clerk

PRIMARY DUTIES: The Paralegal Clerk provides clerical support to the Ector County Attorney's Office. Typical responsibilities of the job include preparing all paperwork for jury trials, revocations, and guilty pleas; organizing dockets; performing tasks as requested by the attorney; communicating with attorneys and necessary agencies of all court settings; handling clerical and legal duties; and any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Attorney and the County Attorney.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma/GED; must be a certified paralegal or have two (2) years' experience as a legal secretary; must have strong communication skills and be able to interact with court personnel and attorneys. Strong reading skills are required. Must be computer proficient, be able to type 40 wpm with minimal errors, operate a ten-key by touch, file alphabetically, and have legible handwriting. Clerical testing will be given at the time the application has been submitted

SALARY: DOE with excellent benefits; workdays & hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

DEADLINE: Until sufficient applications have been submitted for consideration

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee in Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Passing a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen is required.