Paralegal or Administrative Assistant II

Sandra H. Snow Assistant County Manager e-mail: [email protected] COUNTY OF SURRY County of Surry Historic Courthouse Post Office Box 1467 114 W. Atkins Street Dobson, NC 27017 PHONE (336) 401-8202 FAX (336) 401-8234

Recruitment Announcement

The County of Surry is accepting applications for the position of Paralegal or Administrative Assistant II to work under the direct supervision of the County Attorney. Performs paraprofessional and technical work in assisting the Surry County Attorney with legal research, administrative procedures and fulfilling other aspects of the County Attorney’s mission. The employee performs a wide variety of office and support duties. Other Duties: Performs administrative office duties to relieve the attorney of operational detail, including court filings, maintaining files and filing system; researching, drafting, reviewing, and approving various legal documents, subject to County Attorney review. Other duties as required. Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of office practices, procedures and techniques. Knowledge of departmental functions, organization and policies. Ability to maintain involved office and legal records; ability to organize and perform work independently; skill in the use of word processing and/or transcription equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, supervisors, employees, government agencies, and the general public. High school diploma and Paralegal Certification, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience as paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant or support person. Salary: Grade 65 $38,235 - $63,097 Applications will be taken at NC Works Career Center, 942 W. Pine Street, Mount Airy, NC (336-415-6120), by going online to the Surry County Human Resources job posting page, printing the application and e-mailing back to the indicated email, [email protected] or by contacting Surry County Human Resources at 336-401-8221. A complete list of duties and analysis of physical demands will be available upon request. SURRY COUNTY IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND AN EEO EMPLOYER Date Posted: September 23, 2025 Revised: December 9, 2025 Closing Date: Open until filled