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Job Description
About the Opportunity
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The District Attorney's Office is seeking an extra-help/part-time individual to perform paraprofessional technical legal work and assist attorneys in processing routine case documentation. An incumbent is expected to apply knowledge and abilities in legal research, legal documentation preparation, and provide assistance in case preparation.
To learn more about the District Attorney's Office, click here .
The Paralegal classification is assigned to various County legal departments. Paralegal I is the entry-level classification in this series. Incumbents receive training, close supervision, review and direction in the completion of assignments. Paralegal II is the intermediate level in this series and incumbents are expected to work independently and complete more difficult assignments with minimum supervision. Paralegal III is the lead classification in this series, which works independently and performs the most difficult and complex assignments and is responsible for assigning, reviewing, and coordinating the work of other paralegal staff. Incumbents in levels II and III may also be assigned to a specialized unit and perform related duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.
Typical Tasks
Typical Tasks- Perform simple legal research, including locating statutes and cases utilizing various legal research platforms;
- Review reports, which may include law enforcement reports;
- Draft motions, pleadings and points and authorities under direct supervision;
- Review basic legal documents and forms for completeness and conformance;
- Prepare basic legal forms, correspondence and reports;
- File and retrieve a variety of documents with/from various courts;
- Respond to simple requests for information and/or inquiries from interested parties;
- Obtain, review and summarize police reports, depositions, interrogatories and other relevant information;
- Update case and computer files;
- Special projects as assigned; and
- Maintain law libraries, update legal references and maintain inventory of materials.
Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.
Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Stanislaus County
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Stanislaus County is a great community with beautiful parks, great education, outstanding healthcare, and a variety of cultural and sporting events. Our community features music, art, festivals, golf, river rafting, boating, & much more. Our motto at the County is "Striving to be the Best" and that is a vision we hope you will share with us.
Why Work Here
Vibrant and Affordable Community: Stanislaus County offers an energetic community for you to call home at prices that we can all afford. It is a wonderful place to start and raise a family while also offering entertainment opportunities of all kinds. Visit (Live & Play) to find out more.
Civic Impact: Every member of the Stanislaus County Team makes a meaningful contribution to the community each day they come to work. For us, active citizenship in promoting the health, safety, welfare, and economic vitality of our community isn’t just an opportunity, it’s a responsibility.
Diverse and Connected Workforce: We are proud of the diverse heritages of our County’s Citizens and its reflection in our workforce. By bringing various viewpoints and expertise together in the spirt of fairness and respect, we make our team stronger. We believe that every position is crucial and interconnected, and that the triumphs of the individual are the successes of us all.
Training and Development: Come to the place where the best go to get better! Stanislaus County is a Learning Organization, committed to promoting the continuous development and advancement of its team. We offer a wide range of career paths for you to take on your professional journey and the developmental tools help get you where you want to go.
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