Paralegal I District Court Unit (Internal Candidates Only)
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Legal
Posted on May 31, 2023
Salary
$33.35 - $42.28 Hourly
Location
WA 98052, WA
Job Type
Regular, Full time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2023-19144
Department
PAO - Prosecuting Attorneys
Division
Criminal
Opening Date
05/30/2023
Closing Date
6/9/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F4 : L117-PAO
Summary
Internal Applicants Only
This position is open only to current employees of the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
Supervisor: Kristen Anderson
Salary: Range 49 -$33.3565 (step 1) - $ 42.2814 (step 10) hourly*
Work Schedule: In-person/telecommuting (hybrid); Monday-Friday, our core business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; an alternative work schedule is subject to supervisor approval. Currently this position is in-person 1 day/week.
Work Location: Redmond District Court, 8601 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052 *Location may alternate (Seattle/Kent), depending on the needs of the Unit*
This position will be partially telecommuting but will require a physical presence in the office location as business needs dictate. The successful candidate will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a remote workspace with an internet connection where work can be reliably performed and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Job Duties
Application Process:
Interested individuals must submit a King County job application.
Selection Process
Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process.
*In addition to the benefits listed on the benefits tab, employees with less than 2 years of service will receive .25 per hour less than the hourly salary table due to a mandatory contribution toward the Teamsters Pension Trust that was voted by members of the collective bargaining agreement between our office and Teamsters Local No. 117. This contribution is made by the employee and after two years it is paid by the employer.
205S-2023-April-REG
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$33.35 - $42.28 Hourly
Location
WA 98052, WA
Job Type
Regular, Full time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2023-19144
Department
PAO - Prosecuting Attorneys
Division
Criminal
Opening Date
05/30/2023
Closing Date
6/9/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F4 : L117-PAO
Summary
Internal Applicants Only
This position is open only to current employees of the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
Supervisor: Kristen Anderson
Salary: Range 49 -$33.3565 (step 1) - $ 42.2814 (step 10) hourly*
Work Schedule: In-person/telecommuting (hybrid); Monday-Friday, our core business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; an alternative work schedule is subject to supervisor approval. Currently this position is in-person 1 day/week.
Work Location: Redmond District Court, 8601 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052 *Location may alternate (Seattle/Kent), depending on the needs of the Unit*
This position will be partially telecommuting but will require a physical presence in the office location as business needs dictate. The successful candidate will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a remote workspace with an internet connection where work can be reliably performed and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Job Duties
- Provide administrative support to the District Court deputies that work in Redmond
- Assist prosecutors in all phases of trial preparation (post-filing)
- Prepare and process numerous legal documents
- Daily calendar preparation in PbK
- Maintain PbK to reflect updated witness information and court dates
- Generate and process witness letters and subpoenas
- Schedule and track subpoenaed witnesses for hearings in PbK
- Request and order certified copies of court orders from other courts and jurisdictions
- Communicate and serve as a liaison with deputy prosecutors, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, witnesses, victims, and other agencies
- Coordinate and locate witnesses
- Explain legal procedures to victims, witnesses, and the public
- Answer phone calls and respond to e-mails in a timely manner
- Assist unit supervisors as requested
- Perform related work or other projects for the Mainstream Criminal Division/PAO as requested or required
- Attend mandatory Race Equity and Social Justice trainings
- Other responsibilities may be added or changed as business needs evolve
- The successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks that require the exercise of initiative and independent judgment with the ability to anticipate needs and appropriately respond
- Candidates must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with deputy prosecutors, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, defense investigators, court personnel, witnesses, victims, and other agencies
- Skills in responding in a positive, mature, and helpful manner with numerous individuals including witnesses who may be in various emotional states and reluctant to assist with prosecution
- Analytical and critical thinking skills to make decisions and initiate action
- Time management skills to handle multiple tasks often effectively and accurately within short deadlines
- Ability to handle emergency situations and work under pressure
- Skill in using computers and a variety of software such as Prosecutor by Karpel (with training), Word, Adobe Pro and Excel; familiarity with other criminal justice programs is a plus
- Knowledge of legal office practices and procedures, particularly in the Mainstream Criminal Division
- Must have demonstrated predictable and reliable attendance
- Must be able and willing to accept supervision, feedback, and coaching
- Commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice work including ongoing cultural competence development
- Desire to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement
Application Process:
Interested individuals must submit a King County job application.
Selection Process
Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process.
*In addition to the benefits listed on the benefits tab, employees with less than 2 years of service will receive .25 per hour less than the hourly salary table due to a mandatory contribution toward the Teamsters Pension Trust that was voted by members of the collective bargaining agreement between our office and Teamsters Local No. 117. This contribution is made by the employee and after two years it is paid by the employer.
205S-2023-April-REG
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
