Primary responsibilities for this position include providing support to Assistant District Attorneys, law enforcement investigators and the State Police assigned to the BDAO by assisting with case-related matters from the initial investigations through to trials.
Responsibilities
- Assist in case preparation, pretrial and trial preparation, both in and outside the courtroom
- Compile and analyze case documents such as 911 tapes, booking and incident reports, penitentiary packets, financial records, certified prior convictions, medical records, cellular and landline phone records and drug certifications
- Process discovery
- Develop and follow research trails using internal and external tools and databases
- Manage case files
- Photocopy and collate case related documents
- Other tasks as assigned from time to time
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or previous paralegal experience preferred, especially as a litigation paralegal
- Strong computer skills and the ability to use and adapt to a variety of software programs
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- The ability to perform general legal research
- Knowledge of legal terminology and principles
- Self starter, with proven ability to work independently and as part of a team with the ability to multi-task in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and workplace etiquette
- Excellent organizational skills, project completion skills with a strong attention to detail
- A sincere interest in the public sector, the work of the BDAO, an overall understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the role of the prosecution
- The sensitive and confidential nature of our work requires strong personal character, integrity, judgment, maturity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- COVID-19 vaccination is required
All positions require the candidate to
- Fulfill the mandatory education and training requirements of the State Ethics Commission
- Become familiar with and to follow the provisions of the Office Personnel Policies, particularly with regard to confidentiality, sexual harassment, drug-free workplace and the usage of information technology resources
- Participate in trainings relevant to Office functions
- Interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel and office staff
- Complete work assignments in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
All full time positions offer a State benefit package that includes health, life, disability, and dental/vision insurances, retirement plans, vacation, personal and sick leave and more. Payroll is paid bi-weekly and based on a 37.5 hour work week (normally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background check. All positions serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney. Berkshire District Attorney’s Office is an EEO Employer.
Send cover letter, resume and references to Dina Lampiasi.
Email: Dina.GuielLampiasi@state.ma.us