Legal Assistant 1, Regional Services Division, WA State Office Of The Attorney General

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

Position and Salary

The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Legal Assistant 1 in the Wenatchee Regional Services Division. This position is located in Wenatchee, Washington and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Legal Assistant 1 (Salary Range 38): $39,804 - $52,920 (effective July 1, 2024).

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The following stipends may apply based on position requirements:

• Legal Assistant 1 incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location will receive an additional 10% Assignment Pay.

• Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.

• Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.

Excellent benefits

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance.  Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.

With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, a Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program, and numerous affinity groups to foster community and connection.

Agency Information

WASHINGTON STATE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

Join an agency whose work impacts the lives of every resident of Washington State.

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state.  We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor.  The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities.  This includes:

• Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
• Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
• Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
• And much more!

Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state's interest.  If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you!   Learn more about the AGO here.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people.  Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.

One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019.  Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2023 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.

Division Information

The Wenatchee office is comprised of 10 attorneys and 11 professional staff.

The office represents:

• Department of Children, Youth and Families in juvenile dependency litigation in Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan, and Grant counties, as well as licensing of Foster Care and Child Care providers, Adult Family Homes and Boarding Homes.

• Department of Social and Health Services in adult protective services guardianship matters and adult family and boarding home licensing matters in Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan, and Grant counties.

• The Department of Labor and Industries in Workers Compensation matters.

• The Department of Employment Security in unemployment compensation appeals.

• The Department of Licensing in driver's license revocation and suspension matters.

• Wenatchee Valley College and Educational Service District 171.

Legal Services Provided:

The office provides representation to its clients through both litigation and client advice. Litigation includes hearings and trials in juvenile court and superior court and administrative hearings under the Administrative Procedures Act. Client advice is provided to clients on a broad range of subjects. Attorneys are also responsible for handling cases appealed to the Court of Appeals and Washington Supreme Court.

Location Information:

Wenatchee is located at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers in central Washington, with the opportunity for outdoor activities too numerous to list. The Wenatchee office offers extensive litigation experience in a variety of settings and counties in a small, team-oriented office.

What does a Legal Assistant 1 do?

The AGO provides many opportunities for personal and professional growth through robust training offerings, community involvement, and AGO committee work. The Wenatchee AGO team is a great place to begin your career in the legal field at the AGO. The Legal Assistant 1 independently performs a variety of general and complex clerical tasks in addition to basic technical legal assignments:

• Open and close litigation case files;

• Accurately perform case docketing functions and data entry into legal databases;

• Manage filing, storage, and organization of electronic case files - our office is paperless;

• Prepare, finalize for signature, and file legal documents with the proper authority;

• Prepare basic legal correspondence with clients and others requiring knowledge of legal terminology, policies, and procedures;

• Monitor electronic mailboxes per division protocols and policies;

• Open, process, and route all incoming mail and legal messenger deliveries;

• Front desk duties, such as answering phone calls, helping the public, scheduling conference rooms, handling large print projects, etc.;

• Maintain inventory, track & order supplies, and maintain copiers;

• Perform weekly delivery or messenger service by filing documents at local courts or serving documents.

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement. Desired Qualifications:

Option 1: High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical experience including a minimum of one year of experience in a legal environment;

Option 2: Two years of legal office experience;

Option 3: A combination of three years of college education and/or relevant experience;

Option 4: A two year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal studies or related field of study.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;
• A current resume detailing experience and education.

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

• Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.

• You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.

• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.

• A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

• All information may be verified and documentation may be required.

Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Nikki Williams @ nikki.williams@atg.wa.gov or (360) 586-8891.

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