Legal Secretary Trainee - Public Defenders Office

Westmoreland County is accepting applications for a Legal Secretary Trainee in the Public Defenders Office.

The following duties are normal for this position.

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

Other duties may be required and assigned.

* Answer telephones; take messages and refer calls * Assist potential clients with the application process for representation * Utilize software specific to the department for creating files for criminal, juvenile and domestic cases * Provide general information as it relates to the Public Defender's Office * Responsible for the work for an assigned group of attorneys * Prepare letters, correspondence, memos and a wide variety of legal documents * Use legal software to enter data, docket cases, run court lists and get specific case information * Maintain and update files.

* Prepare files for court and distribute * Must be able to type 50wpm Applications can be submitted to Dawn Brooks at Miscellaneous Information Hours are 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Job Details Category County Jobs Status Open Posted August 1, 2025 Closing Open Until Filled Tools * Download County Application