Paralegal​/Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

First Review:
February 13th.

To Apply

Complete the online application at  and attach a resume and cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements.

Work Schedule

This is an ongoing, .85 FTE position working 34 hours per week. These hours are to be scheduled during normal operations Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.

Nature of Work

Under direct supervision of the City Attorney this 0.85 FTE position divides time between Paralegal duties (approximately 60% of position hours) and Domestic Violence Victim Advocacy (approximately 40% of position hours), with the balance of time dedicated to administrative support for the Legal Department. The Paralegal role provides legal office coordination, drafts and reviews legal documents, conducts legal research, and maintains records.

The Victim Advocate role provides support to victims of violent crimes, assists in the prosecution of domestic violence cases, and serves as liaison between victims, law enforcement, and the courts. This position requires handling confidential information, meeting strict deadlines, and balancing responsibilities across both roles. The position may also serve as Legal Department Office Manager and, on occasion, provide administrative support to the City Manager's Office.

Paralegal Functions:

• Drafts, prepares, reviews, and finalizes a wide variety of legal documents, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, interlocal agreements, easements, purchase and sale agreements, settlement agreements, pleadings, complaints, answers, subpoenas, interrogatories, jury instructions, and correspondence.

• Conducts legal research; verifies citations; organizes and summarizes information, witness statements, and documents; drafts and edits pleadings and motions; and prepares case materials for litigation or potential litigation.

• Coordinates civil asset forfeiture hearings, including preparing notices, orders, and related documentation.

• Assists attorneys and prosecutors with gathering evidence, discovery, and trial preparation.

• Prepares agenda cover sheets and packets for City Council on matters from the City Attorney's Office.

• Provides office coordination and administrative support, including department records, litigation calendars, files, payroll data, special project files, and library resources.

• Prepares and coordinates paperwork for real estate transactions, working with title companies and escrow offices to facilitate property acquisitions.

• Responds to public records requests and communicates with City staff, outside counsel, and agencies on research requests, pending lawsuits, and contract preparation.

• Provides paralegal, administrative, and secretarial assistance to the City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, and Prosecutor as assigned.

• Conducts outreach and education to enhance public awareness of domestic violence issues and available resources.

Victim Advocacy Functions:

• Provides crisis intervention, safety planning, counseling, referrals, and emotional support for victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes.

• Advises and explains court processes to victims and interested parties as needed, prepares necessary paperwork, and attends hearings as requested by the Prosecutor.

• Works with the Prosecuting Attorney to prepare and develop domestic violence cases, including gathering case information.

• Coordinates with police, courts, and external social service agencies to ensure comprehensive victim support.

• Reviews relevant City code and state laws for updates; proposes policies or procedures to reduce domestic violence.

• Compiles reports and statistical data accurately and in a timely manner.

General Functions

• Provides administrative coordination for the Legal Department; may serve as Office Manager.

• Ensures confidentiality, accuracy, and proper formatting of legal and victim-related documentation within required deadlines.

• Establishes and maintains cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public using principles of good customer service.

• Reports for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to…