MUSSELSHELL/GOLDEN VALLEY COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
Part-Time Office Administrative Assistant/Paralegal
Job Share Position
The Musselshell/Golden Valley County Attorney’s Office is seeking a part-time Office Administrative Assistant/Paralegal to work as part of a job-share arrangement with our current administrative assistant/paralegal. The position will work approximately 2–3 days per week, scheduled around the current employee’s schedule.
We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, professional, friendly, and trustworthy. This position involves frequent interaction with the public and access to confidential information related to ongoing legal matters. Discretion, confidentiality, good judgment, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
Duties Include:
- Preparing, organizing, maintaining, and filing case files and legal documents.
- Greeting and assisting members of the public.
- Answering and screening phone calls and maintaining accurate call notes.
- Monitoring office email and routing communications appropriately.
- Managing the County Attorney’s calendar and Outlook appointments.
- Taking notes during hearings and assisting with trials and court proceedings.
- Preparing and filing invoices, claims, and other county paperwork.
- Processing mail and performing general legal secretary and administrative duties.
- Proofreading correspondence and legal documents.
- Maintaining organized and secure files, records, and office materials.
- Working with courthouse staff and other county personnel as needed.
- Identifying and addressing organizational and administrative needs.
Qualifications:
The successful applicant must:
- Pass a background check.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding cases and office matters.
- Have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Be professional, friendly, and comfortable working with the public.
- Demonstrate good judgment and discretion.
- Be dependable and able to work independently.
- Be detail-oriented and able to prioritize competing responsibilities.
- Be comfortable learning and using Outlook and other office software.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, attentive to detail, and able to recognize and address tasks without always being asked. The successful applicant must be comfortable handling sensitive information and representing the County Attorney’s Office in a professional manner.
Schedule & Training
This is a part-time job-share position, with hours scheduled around the current employee’s schedule. Training will be provided by the current Office Administrative Assistant/Paralegal to ensure consistency in office procedures and responsibilities.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Cheryl Tomassi at ctomassi@co.musselshell.mt.us .
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check.
The Musselshell/Golden Valley County Attorney’s Office is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 11th, 2026.
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD OVER THE WEEK OK SEPTEMBER 14TH.