ROLE We need an experienced Legal Clerk at the U.S. Attorneys Office District of South Carolina (USAO DSC). The USAO DSC prosecutes and defends cases on behalf of the federal government and provides essential services to victims and witnesses of federal crimes. In this role you will support the fact witness management process by arranging witness travel and lodging processing reimbursements coordinating with witnesses and AUSAs maintaining files and databases and providing courtroom orientation and logistical support. Your work will directly enhance the effectiveness of Victim-Witness personnel and the timely delivery of witness services. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides assistance to fact witnesses before during and after trial to ensure court appearance
Coordinates with AUSAs court officials and agencies to manage witness logistics
Receives and fields inquiries from witnesses and gathers necessary information for travel and reimbursement
Prepares and submits documentation for witness reimbursements and travel arrangements
Schedules arranges and confirms travel lodging and court appearance times with witnesses
Meets arriving witnesses provides courtroom orientation and ensures a secure waiting area
Creates and maintains witness files schedules and databases to track appearances and hearings
Composes correspondence using legal terminology and DOJ formatting standards
Reviews and prepares a variety of legal and administrative documents related to witness management
Handles sensitive information in compliance with DOJ confidentiality and security protocols
Performs general administrative support tasks related to witness management as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook Access) and Adobe Acrobat Professional
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact tactfully with people at all levels
Ability to handle confidential information and meet established deadlines
Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures; ability to review legal and non-legal documents
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a team setting
EDUCATON
High school diploma or GED - required
Associates degree or higher in related field - preferred
LOCATION
Columbia SC 29201
Occasional work at Charleston Florence or Greenville federal courthouses may be required
CLEARANCE
U.S. citizenship is required
DOJ background investigation required
CLIENT
United States Attorneys Office (USAO) District of South Carolina (SC)
WORK HOURS
40 hours per week
8 hours per day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
Employment Classification Eligibility W2
RELOCATION
Not eligible for relocation benefits
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion gender sexual orientation ancestry national origin age marital status mental disability physical disability medical condition pregnancy political affiliation military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individuals primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC copier fax telephone cell phone etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead bend and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
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