The Burleigh County State's Attorney's Office has announced an opening for the position of Legal Assistant III in Bismarck, North Dakota. This full-time position, which offers comprehensive benefits, provides a salary range between $24.69 and $27.40 per hour. The application deadline is May 9, 2025.
The role comes under the supervision of the State’s Attorney or an Administrative Supervisor. The selected candidate will handle open records and meetings requests in line with North Dakota law and assist the State’s Attorney in their capacity as Public Information Officer.
Applicants should ideally possess an associate degree with a focus on the paralegal field, complemented by four years of relevant paralegal experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preference will be given to candidates familiar with public communications and North Dakota Open Records and Meetings Laws.
Essential skills include strong written and verbal communication, proficiency in word processing software like WordPerfect or MS Word, and a good grasp of legal terminology. The role demands the ability to balance multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision and requires passing a civil and criminal background check, financed by the county.
The primary duties of this position include coordinating with criminal justice agencies for crime prevention and safety initiatives, managing social media platforms, and interacting with the public and media. The Legal Assistant III will also support the preparation of legal documents, redact sensitive information, and assist with high-level criminal cases.
This position holds significant accountabilities, such as responding to media inquiries, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, organizing workloads, and fostering a professional and collaborative work environment.
To apply, candidates must register and submit their applications through the Burleigh County career opportunities website. Required documents include a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and any unofficial transcripts.
The agency emphasizes its commitment to equal opportunity, noting that it does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability, and it aligns with the North Dakota Human Rights Act.