Overview
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We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!
Johnson County’s District Attorney Office is looking for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Juvenile Warrant Assistant.
First review of applications is March 18, 2026.
Job Description
The specific position described in the current listing is a Juvenile Division Warrant Assistant. The responsibilities include all aspects of case initiation and review, charge processing, and general prosecution support.
- Conducts legal and factual research into statutes, cases, and records using a variety of legal resources.
- Provides administrative assistance for legal proceedings; procures and logs/in-takes referrals, supplemental reports, and evidence, assists with presentation of these materials; drafts/compiles/processes legal documents and mailings from charging decisions; assists in preparing and managing case files; generates reports; maintains calendars and lists for hearings and diversion review cycles; completes general correspondence and assists in courtroom proceedings as necessary; copies, files, and distributes documents.
- Assists with investigation and review of cases; may assist attorneys by researching documentation, depositions, law enforcement reports, and court records in this jurisdiction and outside the County.
- Responds to inquiries and provides information; notifies/informs parties, witnesses, and attorneys of the status of the case and explains various legal programs, policies, procedures, and ramifications.
Job Requirements
Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Office Administration, or related field, and one year of legal support, including legal research support, are required.
Professional Paralegal Certification is preferred.
Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience.
