Public Defender's Office - Legal Assistant

DAWSON COUNTY GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Dawson County Public Defender's Office
Location:  Dawsonville, GA  30534
Salary: $17.13 Hour
Status: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL 5PM, NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the attorneys and other staff of the Public Defender Office. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, overseeing the daily administrative activities of the department; maintaining files, appointment calendars; receiving and disseminating calls, mail, messages and other correspondence.  

Job Requirements:
Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent plus a minimum of two years’ experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides a sufficient level of understanding of the essential duties of the position.  Specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with an associate degree in a related field preferred.  Microsoft Office proficient.   Must interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner and provide good customer service.  Possess exception interpersonal communication, data entry and organizational skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Applicant must possess a driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).  Applicant must pass a background check and drug screening. 

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To apply for a position with Dawson County, please complete and submit the application below. If you are unable to complete an application online, applications are available in the County Administration office, or you may print a Dawson County Employment Application which you will find below under supporting documents.  Applications may be emailed to DCEmployment@dawsoncountyga.gov, faxed to 706-531-2716, or mailed or delivered to the Dawson County Human Resources Department, 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233, Dawsonville, GA 30534; Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM.  All applications submitted are subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act.

Dawson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.