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Georgia Public Defender Council

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The Oconee Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to hire an Administrative Assistant 1, 2, or 3 in Dodge County.  Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the position’s essential duties and responsibilities. The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and staff in the public defender office. This may include routing calls, preparing court calendars, assisting with trial preparation and/or witness scheduling. The applicant must be organized, be able to multi-task, and have strong interpersonal skills, as they will need to communicate with courts and attorneys. Enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills are a must.

Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and email a cover letter with resume to Ashley McLaughlin at amclaughlin@gapublicdefender.org.  

Description of Duties: The Administrative Assistant 1, 2 or 3 will perform a wide range of office administrative duties, including preparation of legal documents and correspondence; data entry into proprietary case management system; and supporting clients via phone. Additional duties include but are not limited to preparing and filing legal documents, managing cases, and attending court and meetings. This position may serve as a primary contact and information source for the assigned unit or program. Performs other related duties as required.

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