Job title: Legal Assistant 2 Superior Court
Company: Pierce County
Job description: DescriptionPosition SummaryWhy It’s a Great Opportunity:This is a great career opportunity as a Legal Assistant 2 within the Pierce County Superior Courts. Your primary focus will be to provide legal assistant support to judges, court commissioners, attorneys, and the general public. You will perform counter and phone work assisting the public with their questions about accessing the court, assist attorneys with scheduling criminal hearings, and clerk in high-volume criminal courtrooms. As a Pierce County Superior Court employee, you make a difference in people’s lives and a positive contribution to Pierce County.Why It’s a Great Department:Pierce County Superior Court consists of 23 elected Judges, 10 appointed Commissioners, 46 Judicial Department Staff Members and a Court Administrator, Deputy Court Administrator and 33 administrative staff members.Pierce County Superior Court efficiently handles a very high volume of cases with limited resources. We have built a family atmosphere which allows staff to become subject matter experts and share their experiences and challenges to make constant improvements for staff and the public. We are a forward thinking, inclusive Department that is open to fresh perspectives.How to be Successful in the Role:We are looking for someone with exceptional attention to detail. Someone with a high level of organizational skills, a strong work ethic, and someone who is adaptable, and works well as part of a team. Having the ability to interact and communicate in a positive, engaging manner with internal and external customers, treating every contact as a valued individual is of high importance as well as the ability to work independently.Your Future in this Role:Superior Court is committed to ensure you are supported and mentored by your more experienced teammates. Opportunities to become the Subject Matter Expert and gain knowledge through training and development will be available to you as your skills advance. Your work will directly impact the residents of the County and will provide a great foundation for future positions within Pierce County.**This is an in-office 37.5 hours per week position where someone may have the option to work one day remotely.**Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Performs counter and/or phone work providing information to the public, advising attorneys, and other interested parties regarding status of cases and legal process while maintaining security and confidentiality. May deal with sensitive and/or potentially volatile situations.
- Will rotate between office and courtroom functions.
- May be assigned to work or cover Superior Court Administration offices e.g. Commissioner Services, Criminal, Civil, Jury, etc.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- A minimum of one-year progressive, responsible experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary or related legal staff support function.
- Must be able to utilize word processor or personal computer at an acceptable level of proficiency as required for positions requiring those skills.
- Other education or experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
- As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Training by an accredited vocational school, college or university in the field of legal support work or related area is preferred.
Supplemental InformationTo be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: .
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.Our benefits:Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 DaysA maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:New Year’s Day – January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr’s birthday – Third Monday in January
President’s Day – Third Monday in February
Memorial Day – Last Monday in May
Juneteenth – June 19
Independence Day – July 4
Labor Day – First Monday in September
Veteran’s Day – November 11
Thanksgiving Day – Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day – December 25Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 “furlough” days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington’s Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
Expected salary: $26.95 – 33.57 per hour
Location: Tacoma, WA
Job date: Thu, 02 Jan 2025 05:41:46 GMT
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