Apply for Paralegal (Criminal Justice)

Job Summary

$52,254 - $81,393 / year DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits 

Performs administrative support and conducts legal research for prosecuting attorneys within the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office.

Responsibilities

• Answers inquiries of citizens, police officers, defense attorneys, and staff when appropriate, assists or facilitates attorney responses when needed.
• Provides administrative support to attorneys; drafts documents, conducts initial document review, gathering of case materials and evidence, correspondence, and research and inputs data into case management system.
• Assists attorneys with locating, reviewing, redacting, and sharing Body Worn Camera evidence.
• Conducts legal research as necessary; locates precedent cases, identifies relevant points of law; supports attorneys by summarizing findings in writing.
• Prepares and assists with cases for bench and jury trials; prepares and processes documents for filing and recording in all courts; prepares exhibits to be presented in court.
• Prepares felony cases for presentation to the Grand Jury; prepares indictments for attorney review; prepares subpoenas for Grand Jury witnesses.
• Manages Circuit Court docket for assigned attorneys; facilitates workflow; prioritizes work and ensures that work is completed in a timely manner.
• Identifies, researches, collects, and analyzes data to create reports and documents for special projects for the Commonwealth’s Attorney.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or the combination of a Paralegal/Legal Assistant Certification and experience equivalent to a four-year degree required; course work or experience in criminal justice preferred.
• Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
• Knowledge and understanding of government and the legal system; knowledge of various court systems and their local rules; laws, legal codes, court procedures, and precedents.
• Skill in legal and factual research; skill in the use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and the general public; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Click here ​for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email [email protected].