Trial Assistant

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization.

We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

The Johnson County District Attorneys office is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Trial Assistant located at 150 W Santa Fe Street Olathe KS 66061.

First review of applications is December 29 2025.

Job duties include:

• Conducts legal and factual research into statutes cases and records using a variety of legal resources; verifies citations in legal memoranda and briefs; summarizes legal documents.
• Provides administrative assistance for legal proceedings; procures and prepares evidence and assists with presentation of evidence utilizing a variety of technologies; drafts/compiles legal documents; assists in preparing case files jury trials hearings and post-trial dispositions; maintains calendars and lists for hearings dockets and courts; completes general correspondence and assists in courtroom proceedings by transcribing court oral orders; copies files and distributes documents.
• Assists with investigation and review of cases; may assist attorneys in analyzing witness testimony by corroborating testimony through researching documentation depositions and court records.
• Prepares jury instructions coordinates witness arrangements prepares exhibits copies audio/video taped evidence delivers and/or retrieves equipment to/from courtroom; responds to inquiries and provides information; notifies/informs parties witnesses and attorneys of status of case and explains various legal programs policies procedures and ramifications.

Minimum Job Requirements:
Associates degree in Paralegal Studies Business Administration Public Administration Office Administration or related field and one year legal support including legal research support experience are required. May require KS/MO drivers license depending on department or agency.
Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:
Professional Paralegal Certification is preferred.

Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.