Paralegal - Otsego County : Job Details

OTSEGO COUNTY HAS THE FOLLOWING VACANCY: Public Defenders Office Paralegal $40,132 - $47,397/year LAST DAY FOR FILING: September 24, 2024 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for performing paralegal duties and a variety of tasks that while not requiring the skills of an attorney, nevertheless, entail the application of limited legal procedures and research techniques to facilitate the preparation of legal documents and matters for litigation. The incumbent's specific duties will vary within the broad framework of paralegal skills. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the department's attorneys and administrative supervision of the appointing authority, with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Does related work as required. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge and skill with computers, electronic communication, scanning, creating PDFs, word processing, managing spreadsheets, and accessing electronic data; good knowledge of general legal principles, practices and procedures; good knowledge of modern office terminology, procedures, equipment and business English; working knowledge of the functions and procedures of the courts; ability to be proactive in solving problems; ability to perform tasks quickly and efficiently; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to effectively listen and communicate both orally and in writing; ability to maintain cooperative relations with staff, other departments, other agencies, the courts and the public; integrity, confidentiality, honesty, attention to detail, and good judgment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEither: