Overview
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Jobs in Jacksonville, FL at Korn & Zehmer, P.A.
Join a dynamic team working to defeat the devastating consequences of drunk and impaired driving within our community! As a Court Monitor, you will maintain a consistent courtroom presence for misdemeanor DWI cases, review court records, collect and report accurate data, and assist in identifying potential obstacles in court sentencing and DWI prosecution.
This is a remote, work from home position, that will require the selected candidate to reside in the general Portland, Oregon area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collect, compile & report accurate and complete data on a timely basis according to program and or grant requirements.
Build relationships with court personnel including but not limited to bailiffs, clerks, Assistant State’s Attorneys.
Monitor designated court procedures involved in hearings, trials, and sentencing within a courtroom setting.
Maintain regular oral and/or written communication with Supervisor as required.
Recruit volunteers from across the state
Conduct volunteer interviews
Process background checks
Start the onboarding/training process
Assign the volunteer to the appropriate Court Monitoring Specialist based on geographic location
Recruit, train, support and maintain a solid volunteer base for proper data collection.
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent with 2-4 years professional business experience required. Legal background preferred.
Proficient networking ability.
Must be able to travel and maintain a flexible schedule.
Strong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environment.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English language.
Ability to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple priorities.
Must be able to work on a time table, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignments.
Strong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity level.
Must have exceptional internal and external customer service orientation.
Must have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systems. Should also have basic record keeping and math skills.
Ability to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the community.
Ability to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the job.
Demonstrate a commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADD.
BENEFITS
Eligible within first 30-45 days
Health, Dental, Vision
Retirement 403(b) + employer matching
4 weeks accrued vacation
12 Paid Holidays per calendar year
Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar year
Paid Sick Time
Modified Tuition Reimbursement
Maternal/ Paternal Leave
Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered by Employer
FSA, HRA
Employee Assistance Program
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Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Company: Korn & Zehmer, P.A.
Location: Jacksonville, FL
