Legal Associate

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Job Information

Title:

Legal Associate

Market Range:

AT10

Approved Date:

2/9/2021 9:47:01 AM

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

P1

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 1

Job Code:

100497

Job Family:

Legal and Compliance

Sub Family:

Legal

Primary Purpose

Gains insight into County operations and practical experience by working with Attorneys as they litigate cases on behalf of the County and Sheriff. Performs research and general administrative tasks related to legal operations.

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Appears with staff Attorneys in state, federal and administrative courts and works with staff members as they litigate cases.

1

40%

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Observes hearings and other court proceedings. Assists with providing litigation support and defending the county in lawsuits.

2

20%

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Helps Attorneys prepare for court by organizing files and gathering information.

3

20%

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Works on assigned special projects.

4

20%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

P1

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 1

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Works on small, routine projects or task-related activities that have some impact on the overall the Work Group.

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Work is closely supervised.

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Responsible for making minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems.

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Identifies, defines and addresses problems that are not complex. Problems are typically within the immediate Work Group.

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Communicates within or outside of the Work Group to provide information about policies, procedures, or analyses.

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N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development.

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Requires basic, theoretical understanding of professional principles and skills, typically obtained through advanced education.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree

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No specific experience required

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication skills.

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A strong desire to learn and apply knowledge and skills learned.

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Proficient use of Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

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Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with members of department and business colleagues.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Analytical Thinking

Practices investigative techniques to determine the best approach.

Business Impact

Role has impact on the department.

Collaboration

Develops partnerships with internal team members.

Communication Skills

Advanced communication skills involving complicated topics.

Company Knowledge

Understands how his/her role relates to others on the team and the role of the team.

Functional Knowledge

Understands his/her discpline and good conceptualization of processes.

Influence

Develops respect for ideas and proposals within the department.

Job Impact

Work team and other connected work teams.

Leadership Skills

Does not manage employees, but may mentor and/or train subordinates.

Managing Change

Implements changes provided by management.

Problem Solving

Arrives at a conclusion based on previous experiences and good judgment.

Strategic Responsibility

Contributes to strategy for his/her team.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand and apply routine verbal and/or written instructions

Organization

Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have an impact on the individual's work

Communication

Communicate and explain a variety of information

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X