Legal Assistant-Criminal Appeals

Legal Assistant-Criminal Appeals FT / PT Status - Full-Time Salary - $15.42 - $36.18 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-Site Recruiter - Etta Adkins | ... | ... Application Deadline - 6/14/2026 Key Responsibilities The Office of the Attorney General is searching for a candidate who is attentive to detail, highly organized, and works well with others, to provide essential support to attorneys and staff in the Criminal Appeals Division. This role involves assisting with office operations and managing criminal case files. This individual will work closely with the Administrative Paralegal to ensure smooth office functioning, coordinating with the Administration Division on matters related to IT, HR, Finance, and Building Management, and help with day-to-day office activities as well as criminal appeals case management. Administrative and Clerical Duties Coordinate with Administrative Division staff on matters related to IT, HR, Finance, and facility management. Ensure proper maintenance of division records and case files in accordance with retention policies. Handle ordering and inventory of office supplies. Develop and manage statistical and record-keeping systems as needed. Organize, schedule, and process accounting for division events and meetings. Prepare financial forms for continuing legal education and annual Bar dues payments. Assist with the onboarding process for new division employees. Update, maintain, and distribute division directories and related information. Support the division librarian in maintaining the law library. Draft correspondence, reports, documents, and other written materials. Assist with answering division phones and welcoming and directing visitors. Case Management Duties Help prepare legal documents utilizing Microsoft Word, PDF, Excel, and other software as required. Review and proofread written materials for accuracy. Electronically file documents with state and federal courts. Manage and maintain calendars. Open and close case files as needed. Update and input new cases into the database. Conduct legal research as required. Qualifications The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. (It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.) The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Managing one's own time. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. About the Role Location - 160 East 300 South Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111 United States Background Check Required - You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Drug Test Required - No Schedule Code - AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include: Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization. Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support. The Utah Attorney General's Office If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment, the Attorney General's Office offers a unique opportunity. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You'll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah's citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children's justice initiatives, your work here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah. EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact .... Apply Now Share Save Job