City of Elyria, Law Director’s Office
Position Posting
May 11, 2026
JOB TITLE: Administrative Specialist for Prosecutors Division; Full-Time
JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate personal computer to produce, process and/or compose documentation (e.g., correspondence, memoranda, charges, forms, reports, subpoenas, notices); Establish and maintain indexes and databases (both electronic and traditional); arrange appointments and maintain schedules for office personnel, notably advocates and attorneys; Answer telephone calls and greet office visitors; Maintain filing system; File, process, and retrieve records, including electronic records; Ensure and maintain confidentiality; Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions; Perform other related duties as required.
SALARY: Starting at $47,798.40 + benefits; commensurate with experience. The City of Elyria utilizes a salary structure composed of Steps 0 through 12.
LOCATION: Elyria, Ohio 44035
SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Attention to detail; ability to anticipate and promptly respond to departmental needs; effective and efficient communicator; Ability to deescalate and mitigate tense situations; Courteous; Authorization for law enforcement/government database access (to be obtained upon employment); Understands the importance of working together as a team; Fluency in Spanish language is not required but most beneficial. Prior experience as receptionist, paralegal, and/or administrative assistant in a law office or government agency preferred.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
Kindly submit cover letter and resume by mail or email to Amanda Deery, Law Director, City of Elyria, 131 Court Street, #201, Elyria, OH 44035 or adeery@cityofelyria.org . No telephone calls, please. Applications to be reviewed upon receipt Submission shall include an explanation of why applicant believes they would be a good fit for local government and for a law office.