Burleigh County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking applicants for a Legal Assistant III position in Bismarck, North Dakota. The full-time role offers an hourly wage between $25.18 and $27.95 and includes full benefits. Applications are due by March 16, 2026.
The Legal Assistant III will work under the supervision of the State’s Attorney or Administrative Supervisor, with responsibilities that include handling open records and open meetings requests according to state law, assisting as Public Information Officer, and coordinating with criminal justice agencies on crime prevention and safety campaigns. The position also requires managing social media for the agency, issuing press releases as directed, preparing legal documents, redacting confidential information as required by law, and providing clerical support.
Applicants should have an associate degree with emphasis in the paralegal field and four years of experience performing paralegal activities or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to those with backgrounds in public communications or familiarity with North Dakota Open Records and Meetings Laws. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary, along with proficiency in word processing software such as WordPerfect or MS Word.
Other requirements include knowledge of legal terminology and forms, ability to manage multiple priorities under limited supervision, and willingness to undergo civil and criminal background checks at no cost to the applicant.
The job also involves responding to media inquiries as directed for both criminal and civil matters, ensuring accuracy in schedules and documentation for legal staff, organizing workloads efficiently, maintaining a professional work environment across departments, and applying appropriate guidelines to duties performed.
To apply for this position, candidates must register online at https://www.burleigh.gov/career-opportunities/ and submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and unofficial transcripts if available. A detailed job description can be obtained from Burleigh County Human Resources Office.
The office emphasizes its commitment to equal opportunity employment: “The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.”
