Paralegal I (Internal Candidates Only)

Summary

Internal Applicants Only

This position is open only to current employees of the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

Supervisor: Mallory Triplett

Salary: Range 49-- $36.59 (step one) - $46.39 (step ten) hourly*

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, our core business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Location: In-person /telecommute (hybrid)- Columbia Tower, 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 600, Seattle, Washington.

In-office work is required on Wednesdays, along with one additional day each week.

Job Duties

• Use of multiple sources and technologies to research people, property, case law, federal law, state law, legislative history, and ordinances; request necessary information from opposing attorneys, witnesses, the Clerk's office, and public agencies.
• Administer the coordination of cases; update attorneys, clients and other parties on case status and explain various legal programs, policies, procedures, and consequences.
• Meet multiple legal requirements of each case such as federal and state mandated deadlines and statutorily defined processes; record and track court calendar dates and deadlines; maintain calendaring systems.
• Draft, proofread, edit, and respond to pleadings, memos, complaints, answers, briefs, motions, and other legal documents in proper legal format;
• Receives callers in person and by phone;
• Arranging for timely filing and service of pleadings and documents in Washington State courts and federal courts;
• Schedule and attend meetings, trainings, and provide staff coverage.
• Maintaining and updating the case management system;
• Coordinating depositions and witness interviews;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Actively participate in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Civil litigation experience.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules and policies and procedures.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Sharp attention to detail.
• Keyboarding proficiency and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of general office procedures, equipment and administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive), Adobe Pro, DocuSign, document management software, and internet search engines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to receive and follow complex verbal and written instructions and accurately complete tasks with close attention to detail.
• Excellent time-management skills to effectively and accurately handle multiple tasks, often with short deadlines.
• Ability to use independent judgment, exercise initiative, anticipate needs, and respond appropriately.
• Skill in prioritization of work in order to meet court deadlines.
• Remain objective and properly handle private and confidential information.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability in work product and service, and the ability to follow through on issues to completion.
• Must be dependable and willing to assist co-workers as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Successful experience working and functioning as a team member and independently.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in communications with people of diverse backgrounds, including witnesses, clients, and court personnel in a tactful, diplomatic, patient, and professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work under pressure with tight timelines, and adapt to changes in workload demands.
• Ability to demonstrate timely, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Must be able/willing to accept supervision and receive feedback, coaching, and counseling.
• This position occasionally requires moving or lifting heavy objects, such as boxes of books, papers, etc. that weigh 20-25 pounds.
• Ability to be an innovator, problem solver and compassionate advocate who will partner with our community to do justice.
• Effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Active participation in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions, support for the PAO's Race, Equity and Social Justice policy and principles, work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.

Supplemental Information

Application Process:

Interested individuals must submit their application.

Selection Process

Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process.

• 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 Teamsters Local No. 117.

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:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• 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: eligible King County employees may 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
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

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.

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.

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Are you currently employed by the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office?

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• No

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Employer King County

Address King Street Center

201 South Jackson Street

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Phone 206-477-3404

Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/