Prosecutor - Paralegal Caseworker

Allen County
Job Description

PARALEGAL- CRIMINAL DIVISION

Department: Prosecutor- Criminal Division FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Classification/Level: B5 Date:

Under the direction of the Chief Investigator, the Paralegal- Criminal Division assists in the daily processing of criminal cases received from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This position is covered under the Prosecuting Attorney’s Personnel Handbook. This is an employee-at-will position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for processing criminal cases for trial preparation including, but not limited to legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.
Completes a daily court calendar for Allen County Superior and Circuit Courts, obtains jury panels, and issues discovery to defense attorneys.
Prepares subpoenas and cancels subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued.
Enters revocation petitions and prepares files for court.
Requests criminal history documentation including, but not limited to national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicle records.
Schedules appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, depositions, and pretrial conferences.
Assists victims with restitution information, no contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates.
Communicates with law enforcement individuals at the federal, state, and local level, the general public, and victims and witnesses in criminal cases.
Performs a variety of office related activities in support of Department functions and responsibilities including back-up of co-workers and front desk duties that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints. Processes daily mail.
Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED with an Associates’ Degree in Criminal Justice or law related field preferred
One year of experience in the criminal justice system, law enforcement, court operations, corrections, or similar experience
Knowledge of legal requirements through courts and other related county departments to assist the public, attorneys, law enforcement officers, and other agencies
Knowledge of standard law enforcement operating policies and procedures and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to work with professionals, non-professionals, co-workers, victims, victim advocates, law enforcement personnel, attorneys, witnesses, defendants and government agencies