Discovery Coordinator

Yellowstone County is seeking a Discovery Coordinator for the criminal division to conduct legal research; draft briefs and charging documents; and handle dissemination of discovery to ensure statutory obligations are met. The work is performed under the general direction of the Discovery Supervisor and the Chief Deputy County Attorney. Salary: $25.33 per hour. Schedule: Full time. Examples of Duties: • Primary support staff position for discovery dissemination and criminal litigation. • Receives, organizes, and distributes all criminal justice information (discovery) to defense attorneys and courts in a timely manner. • Conducts legal research (Westlaw/Lexis proficiency) for legal staff from codes, digests and other legal publications and periodicals. • Prepares and drafts legal documents including responsive briefs, charging documents, and substantive motions making legal determinations based on discovery review. • Assists attorneys in legal matters related to discovery obtained by law enforcement. • Reviews and edits documents for compliance with statutes, court decisions and other legal authorities. • Anticipates missing discovery based on file reviews and requests missing discovery from appropriate agency. • Obtains and disseminates additional investigative information as appropriate without direction. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or closely related field; or • Any equivalent combination of experience and training totaling at least four (4) years. • Notary Public within six (6) month probationary period, if applicable. • Possession of a valid Montana driver's license. • Finalist(s) must pass background check. Desired Qualifications: • Preference will be given to applicants with professional experience in Federal and State Court Criminal Prosecution. • PACE Certification (Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam Credentialing); or • NALA CP Certification (National Association of Legal Assistants Certified Paralegal); or • NALA ACP Certification (National Association of Legal Assistants Advanced Certified Paralegal). Note: The NALA CP Certification was formerly known as the NALA CLA - Center for Legal Studies. Equal Opportunity Employer.