STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- LEGAL ASSISTANT I - 21008617

Requisition No: 855149 

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- LEGAL ASSISTANT I - 21008617

 Pay Plan: State Attorneys JAC

Position Number: 21008617 

Salary:  $32,136.00 

Posting Closing Date: 07/31/2025 

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State Attorney’s Office for the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida

 

Our Organization and Mission:  The mission of the State Attorney’s Office is to pursue justice for the citizens of the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida and to fairly and impartially enforce the law.

 

Position Summary:  This position works as part of a legal support team handling administrative and legal support responsibilities.  It is a full-time, highly responsible position that requires the individual to work independently with limited supervision.  Strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), and the ability to multitask effectively are essential.  This position operates in a fast-paced environment and assists a team of attorneys and investigators.  

 

The ideal candidate will have strong spelling and grammar, proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and either paralegal education or training, or experience working in a legal environment in a support role.

 

LEGAL ASSISTANT I

 

This position performs a variety of tasks to assist Assistant State Attorneys with the completion of required administrative duties not limited to:

 

 Job Duties

 

• Provide administrative support for Assistant State Attorneys.
• Prepare legal documents including misdemeanor and felony files, subpoenas and court calendars.
• Dependable and routine in-office attendance during regularly scheduled business hours.
• Review and promptly respond to all electronic messaging.
• Perform quality work within deadlines.
• Update case management system and notes.
• Receive, scan and distribute incoming mail.
• Receive and process Law Enforcement electronic media.
• Assist in the processing and maintenance of all electronic media including e-filings and evidence and media.
• Perform all duties as required.
• Incumbents in this position may be required to lift files (up to 25 lbs.)

 

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

• Work effectively as a team contributor as well as independently.
• Ability to focus and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend.
• Ability to operate the telephone system and respond to calls promptly and professionally.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office machinery.

• Ability to follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Efficient keyboard skills.

• Effective and efficient communication skills and ability to interact professionally with other employees, members of the public and stakeholders.

 

 Requirements

 

• A high school diploma or equivalency.

 

Preference may be given to applicants with:

 

• One or more years of experience working in a law firm, courthouse, or legal department in a legal support role.

 

 

Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.

 

• Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
• All applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. 
• If you have problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.