Overview
Chief Traffic Law Attorney – Legal Tech Startup (Remote) Jobs in United States at Ticket Takedown LLC
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
PARALEGAL
DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
The Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the role of Paralegal, whose primary duties will include performing a variety of para-professional functions to assist and provide support for attorneys in preparing cases.
Applicants must have critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and accuracy, with the ability to work independently. The selected candidate must maintain an open and calm demeanor and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Kenosha County is committed to Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion and is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
2025 Hiring Range: $25.15 – $28.58 per hour
Position Summary and Job Duties
Investigate, review, assess, and draft incoming referrals and determine the appropriate course of action based on the level of the referral; this includes all types of felonies, misdemeanors, criminal traffic, juvenile, and termination of parental rights referrals
Investigate and review submitted reports which include police reports, victim statements, witness statements, and medical reports
View and listen to surveillance footage, victim and witness interviews, and recorded evidence, including squad video, body-worn cameras, jail phone calls, defendant interviews, and Child Advocacy Center interviews
Consult with attorneys, law enforcement officers, and other relevant persons
Prepare appropriate charging documents and electronically file documents with the Clerk of Circuit Court
Coordinate with law enforcement to enter referrals into complex office database (Protect) via interfaces; this may include working outside of traditional office hours, i.e. weekends/holidays
Maintain and update the office database (Protect) as cases progress through the system
Provide notice of rights, requests for restitution information, and notice of court proceedings to victims of crimes
Prepare subpoenas for victims and witnesses, then track and file said subpoenas
Coordinate with Victim/Witness Specialists to ensure compliance with the Victims’ Rights laws, i.e. contacting victims to inform them about the status of court proceedings
Coordinate communication and scheduling of court hearings and meetings among various agencies, including: Law Enforcement (local, state and federal), Joint Services, Clerk of Courts Office, Kenosha County Division of Children and Family Services, Medical Examiner’s Office, Probation & Parole, WI State Crime Laboratory and Laboratory of Hygiene, Office of the Governor, hospitals, defense attorneys, and county schools
Manage and coordinate clerical and legal interns
Manage media from all county law enforcement agencies on their respective digital platforms
Train new office staff, which includes attorney staff
Prepare jury list for distribution to the office
Monitor specialty courts, i.e. Mental Health Court and Drug Court
Monitor Deferred Prosecution Agreements and make victim and defendant contacts as necessary
Create and organize case files for trial preparation
Intake, process, and disseminate all subsequent law enforcement documents to appropriate personnel
Monitor DNA sample collections in coordination with the Office of Justice Assistance and the local sheriff
Coordinate with attorneys and defendants in the resolution of traffic citations prior to the court date
Appear at District Attorney pre-trial conferences to facilitate defendant’s meetings with prosecutors
Participate in the hiring process
Participate in developing and implementing office procedures
Act as a back-up for the Legal Secretary and Receptionist
Represent the District Attorney’s Office at multidisciplinary meetings
Prepare statistical reports
Transcribe documents of a highly confidential nature, i.e. jail phone calls
Perform other work as required or assigned
Success Factors
Knowledge of criminal justice system process, procedures, practices, legal terms, documents, Wisconsin Statutes, and Victims’ Rights laws
Skill in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Wilenet, and Laserfiche
Skill in communication, both verbally and in writing
Ability to organize self and workload to meet schedules and deadlines of the work; work independently and with limited oversight to meet deadlines; follow oral and written instructions; and perform highly detailed work within defined or ambiguous timeframes amidst shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data variety and information, and interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, guidelines, and laws
Ability to draft and prepare legal papers
Ability to maintain confidentiality requirements
Ability to type accurately and type from dictation
Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times
Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment
Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
1-2 years of work and/or formal education in the legal/criminal justice field
Licenses and Certifications
Paralegal Certificate
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Other Job Requirements
Ability to become and maintain Wisconsin Public Notary
Ability to access FBI/CIB portals and consent to be fingerprinted
Ability to work between the hours of Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and
Ability to work overtime and/or adjust starting/ending times when needed, with or without advance notice
Access to an insured vehicle for use in the performance of the job
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment, with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off, including volunteer time off after 1 year
Twelve Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes County-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Physical Demands
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.
The position involves frequent light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and occasional lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as office supplies/large files/reading materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects
Physical ability to participate in meetings and visits to other buildings for delivery/set-up of supplies
Some travel may be required between County facilities
Work Environment and Exposures
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position involves frequently working in an office or similar indoor environment
Interacting with individuals who are rude or irate and with known violent backgrounds
Occasionally interacting with individuals in the community (homes, businesses, etc.) and with individuals who may have unknown communicable diseases
Selection Process
Application Review – Qualifying
Oral Interview – Qualifying
Background Investigation – Qualifying
Drug Screen – Qualifying
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.
Applications must be submitted no later than Sunday, March 2, 2025.
To learn more about the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office, please visit: https://www.kenoshacounty.org/148/District-Attorney
Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.
The pay grade for this position is NE9 (Min. $25.15 – Max. $32.01).
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
Title: Chief Traffic Law Attorney – Legal Tech Startup (Remote)
Company: Ticket Takedown LLC
Location: United States
