Prosecutor Assistant I IV

• Perform a variety of legal clerical work requiring independent judgment accuracy and speed.
• Draft or assist with motions and declarations.
• Type and prepare pleadings and other documents for filing with court.
• Reviews and edits legal documents ensuring accuracy. Identify and correct errors in grammar spelling punctuation and formatting.
• Assist with trial preparation and coordinating witnesses.
• Create and maintain case files.
• Utilize one or more computer applications for research or data entry.
• Interact with customers and public to answer questions and provide information.
• May be assigned specialized tasks in addition to assigned duties.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience at the level of a legal secretary legal assistant or paralegal in a criminal justice agency or legal office or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice process and criminal filing procedures along with various law enforcement systems such as CLETS/DMV CCHRS Justice Partner Portal (JPP) etc.
• Experience with case management software. We are currently using Prosecutor By Karpel (PbK).
• Familiarity with legal terminology legal formats including briefs motions subpoenas recordkeeping systems and local and state courts.
• Ability to type minimum 45 wpm accurately.
• A bachelors degree.

• Excellent attendance professional appearance and demeanor.
• Be detail oriented with strong organizational skills with exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment to address and resolve routine and complex issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and instruction while exercising good judgment.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to competing work priorities and deadlines.
• Cultivate a mindset of curiosity and desire to embrace new learning opportunities and willingness to learn new things.
• Ability to handle confidential issues in a professional manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including but not limited to Word Outlook Excel Teams Forms including Adobe Acrobat.

This recruitment closes on December 30 2025 at 11:59 PM PST. We reserve the right to extend this deadline. To be considered for this opportunity applicants must submit an online application a letter of interest (cover letter)resume and proof of education (if applicable) in PDF format.

Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements including submission of all required attachments will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment please email the City Prosecutors Office at

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