Legal Office Assistant II

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Legal Office Assistant II

Salary

$43,039.92 - $52,542.96 Annually

Location

Nevada City CA 95959, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2024-0081

Department

District Attorney

Opening Date

05/08/2024

Closing Date

5/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Benefits

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Definition and Class Characteristics

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2024

Are you an experienced Legal Office Assistant looking to join a dynamic team of individuals that are dedicated to fighting for justice on behalf of the citizens of Nevada County?

If so, we want to meet you!

TheDistrict Attorney's Office (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/391/District-Attorney) is seeking a Legal Office Assistant II to support the prosecution of cases. This position focuses on the management of discovery, inbound and outbound for body worn camera evidence. The development and management of the record retention processes for digital media will also be handled by this position. Additionally, you will manage the entry of law enforcement reports from state and local agencies in the case management system. As a Legal Office Assistant II, you will be leading administrative processes including pre-filing diversion programs, leave calendars for subpoenas, and data tracking for statistical analysis.

We encourage you to apply for every level of the position you believe you qualify for

Responsibilities:

• Manage discovery processes, both inbound and outbound, for body worn camera evidence.

• Develop and implement record retention processes for digital media.

• Enter law enforcement reports from state and local agencies into the case management system.

• Lead administrative processes such as pre-filing diversion programs, leave calendars for subpoenas, and data tracking for statistical analysis.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Legal Office Assistant or similar role.

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient in using computer systems and software, including MS Office.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What makes this opportunity unique is the chance to work closely with our Justice Partners, including Probation, Nevada County Superior Court, Public Defender, and all Nevada County Law Enforcement Agencies. By collaborating with these entities, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the efficient and effective prosecution of cases, ensuring justice is served for the citizens of Nevada County.

Join our team at the County of Nevada and make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your exceptional legal skills and passion for justice to our world-class team.

Apply now!

Benefits: (https://mynevadacounty.attract.neogov.com/p/employeebenefits)

This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA & Dependent Care). As a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education, employees have the opportunity to receive loan forgiveness while working with us.

Why us? (https://mynevadacounty.attract.neogov.com/p/why-us)

You matter to the County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media, and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day.

At the County of Nevada, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Please review the full job descriptionhere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1078101?keywords=Legal%20Office%20Assistant&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

Education and Experience Required

Level I: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate and two years of responsible clerical and staff support experience. LOAs Is assigned to some offices must complete POST law enforcement clerk course and/or CLETS within one year of hire.

Level II(in addition to the above): Two years of experience in a legal support assignments equivalent to the County's Legal Office Assistant I and for LOAs assigned to some offices, completion of POST law enforcement clerk course and/or CLETS training.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Typing at a net rate of 40 wpm.

Completion of POST law enforcement clerk course and/or CLETS training required for certain positions within one year of hire, as noted on the job announcement.

Benefits Guide

The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

Health Insurance

The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.

2024 Health Insurance Plans

• Anthem Select HMO

• Anthem Traditional HMO

• Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO

• Blue Shield Trio HMO

• Kaiser HMO

• PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)

• PERS Platinum PPO

• PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)

Flexible Spending Accounts

The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.

Life Insurance

Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Basic Term Life

• Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans

• Optional Dependent Term Life

• Optional Term Life

Dental & Vision Insurance

Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.

Retirement

The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55

Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60

Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

CalPERS Safety tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.

Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.

Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.

We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.

Nevada County Human Resources Department

950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov

www.nevadacountyca.gov

01

Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? If you indicate you have a level above high school, please note that educational points cannot be provided if you do not attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree.

• Did not graduate High School or GED

• High School or GED

• Some college: 0-59 units

• Some college: 60-89 units

• Some college: 90-119 units

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

  02

  Which of the following best describes your years of experience performing legal support assignments equivalent to the County's Legal Office Assistant I position?

• No experience

• Less than one year

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 or more years

  03

  The Legal Office Assistant works with the Microsoft Office suite of products like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook. Please describe your proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook.

• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

• I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

• I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

• I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

• I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

  04

  The Legal Office Assistant spends their time and the time of others on what's important; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus. Please tell us about your experience in priority setting.

• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

• I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

• I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

• I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

• I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

  05

  The ability to type at a net rate of 40 words per minute is required. What is your net typing speed?

  06

  What type of work environment do you work best in? Please describe how you contribute to this type of environment.

  07

  The Legal Office Assistant is one who is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Please tell us about a time in the past when would demonstrate your integrity and trust in a situation requiring you to admit to a mistake or failure.

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Agency

County of Nevada

Address

950 Maidu Avenue

Nevada City, California, 95959

Phone

530 265 7010

Website

https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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