LEGAL ASSISTANT - ST. GEORGE, SC

LEGAL ASSISTANT - ST. GEORGE, SC

Salary

$51,330.20 - $56,463.22 Annually

Location

Saint George, SC, SC

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

02491

Department

SOLICITOR

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
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Description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of advanced and complex clerical work in the preparation and maintenance of department records, to perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned, and to always provide professional and courteous customer service.

This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Leads the preparation, processing, copying, indexing, filing, transmitting and/or maintaining of various legal documents including, but not limited to, motions and responsive pleadings.
• Provides direct support to the legal team.
• Audits and ensures the security and confidentiality of files as appropriate.
• Reviews records and forms, verifies information, and resolves complex problems.
• Gathers information and data for meetings; upon the request of Attorney, prepares meeting agendas.
• Conducts research in legal matters.
• Prepares complex and confidential legal correspondence, memoranda, reports, etc.
• Types letters, memos, and other legal correspondence.
• Coordinates and schedules court hearings, prepares and mails hearing notices.
• Assists attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Provide general information to clients about the progress of their case.
• May attend internal and external meetings.
• Prepares and files various court motions and orders.
• Request case files and evidence from Law Enforcement.
• May prepare transport orders and coordinate transport for inmates.
• May run criminal histories for case files.
• Answers phones; responds to emails.
• Assists co-workers with clerical duties as necessary.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
• Five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• NCIC Certification preferred.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours are 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least a high school diploma?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a paralegal certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Rate your computer skills from 0 to 5, with 5 being the highest score.

06

Describe your experience utilizing Microsoft products.

07

Briefly describe your experience conducting research.

08

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

09

This position is located in St. George, SC. Are you willing to work at this location?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have NCIC Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov