Overview
Clerical Support Specialist Jobs in Lafayette, LA at 15th Judicial District Public Defender’s Office
Title: Clerical Support Specialist
Company: 15th Judicial District Public Defender’s Office
Location: Lafayette, LA
Job Title: Clerical Support Specialist
Location: Lafayette, LA (In-Office / Court Settings)
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Administrative / Clerical Services
About the Role:
The Office of the Public Defender is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Clerical Support Specialist to join our administrative team. This role is vital to our daily operations, providing essential administrative, clerical, and client service support in both office and court settings. If you are a professional communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a meaningful impact in the legal system, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do:
- Client & Community Support: Act as a primary point of contact by answering incoming calls professionally and conducting client intake procedures in office and court settings. Help clients navigate procedures, share attorney contact info, and deliver messages.
- Court Liaison: Attend court proceedings as needed to complete client intake, provide attorney support, and process fee payments in the field.
- Data & Case Management: Perform accurate and timely data entry for critical case tracking (court dates, bond information, charges, attorney communication, and fee records).
- Research & Documentation: Research case history, conflict checks, counsel determinations, and dockets. Prepare notices, pleadings, and client correspondence.
- Collaborate: Communicate daily with co-workers, supervisors, attorneys, DA personnel, LPCC personnel, judges, and court clerks.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse professional and public groups.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and a knack for reliable data entry.
- Ability to remain organized while multitasking across both office and courtroom environments.
- Strong research and problem-solving skills.
