Paralegal I/II
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2816, Blue Bell Drive, Country Heights, Redding, Shasta County, California, 96001, United States
About Shasta County
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
About the Department
The District Attorney's office is comprised of three main units: The Prosecution Unit, the Bureau of Investigations, and the Crime Victims Assistance Center (CVAC). The District Attorney acts as the public prosecutor for all crimes committed in Shasta County, evaluating reported crimes to determine if sufficient evidence exists to prosecute individuals for felony and misdemeanor offenses.
The office is also empowered to conduct independent investigations through sworn peace officers in the Bureau of Investigations. The CVAC meets the needs of victims in the community through collaborative services, assisting and advocating for safety, healing, justice, and restitution. The criminal justice process is often confusing and overwhelming, and the CVAC unit helps victims navigate it. The office is supported by a Fiscal team, in-house IT department, Community Education team, and administrative professionals who ensure efficient operations throughout the department.
About the Role
The Paralegal I and II positions provide paraprofessional legal support to attorney staff within the Prosecution Unit. Under the supervision of attorneys, incumbents perform legal research, prepare legal documents, and apply knowledge of legal theory and procedures.
Paralegal I is the entry-level classification, initially performing routine duties under close supervision while learning the work. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex. Paralegal II is the fully qualified journey-level classification, performing the full range of duties independently with judgment and initiative. Both levels may train clerical staff and assist in the preparation and analysis of legal documents, routine legal research, and the application of technical legal knowledge.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator capable of working cooperatively with attorneys, investigators, victim advocates, and outside agencies. Experience in criminal prosecution, legal research, writing, and analytical work is essential. The successful candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating sound judgment with confidential information.
Hiring Process
Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted with a completed application. The oral exam is tentatively scheduled for June 2026. The final filing date is May 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required. Additionally, incumbents must meet specific educational or experience requirements as defined by the California Business and Professions Code, section 6450, including holding an ABA-approved paralegal certificate, a specific degree with law-related coursework, or a combination of a degree/diploma and supervised law-related experience. Incumbents are also required to fulfill mandatory continuing education requirements.
Equal Opportunity
Shasta County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Legal Research, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Theory, Legal Procedures, Legal Writing, Civil Procedure, Discovery, Fact Investigation, Court Processes, Court System.
Education: Baccalaureate degree in any subject (alternative to other qualifications); High school diploma or GED (alternative to other qualifications).
Frequently asked questions about Paralegal I/II at Shasta County
What does a Paralegal I/II at Shasta County do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Paralegal I/II at Shasta County will review and summarize deposition and hearing transcripts; assist in tracking existing and proposed legislation and provide status reports; organize and maintain litigation and non-litigation files and materials; and manage document control for situations involving voluminous documents.
What are the requirements for this Paralegal I/II role?expand_more
Shasta County is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 2 years secretarial/clerical experience preparing legal documents (Paralegal I); 2 years paralegal experience comparable to Paralegal I (Paralegal II); Valid California driver's license; ABA-approved paralegal certificate OR 24 semester units in law-related courses OR Bachelor's degree + 1 year law-related experience OR High school diploma + 3 years law-related experience (pre-2003); and Mandatory continuing education requirements per California Business and Professions Code section 6450.