Legal Assistant 2
Legal Assistant 2
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$ 44890 - 67678
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Job Description
THE POSITION
The Department of Labor & Industry is actively looking to hire a Legal Assistant 2 to join the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review (UCBR) Referee office. In this role the selected candidate will play a crucial part in assisting the Referee staff with the processing of unemployment compensation appeals that present a range of complex legal challenges. These appeals arise from decisions made by the Unemployment Compensation Service Centers (UCSC) and include cases that have been remanded by the UCBR for further review. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with intricate legal matters and contribute to the fair administration of unemployment benefits. If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position you will be responsible for managing the schedule for referee hearings ensuring that all appointments are organized efficiently. You will also prepare hearing notices to inform relevant parties of upcoming sessions. Effective communication both verbal and written is essential as you will need to convey information clearly to clients and colleagues alike. Additionally you will transcribe decisions from digital recordings ensuring accuracy in the documentation of outcomes. Your role will involve drafting decisions based on typed notes followed by thorough proofreading to verify the integrity of documents and data. You will be tasked with inputting data and maintaining both electronic and paper files ensuring that all records are uptodate and easily accessible. Greeting clients and addressing their inquiries through various communication channels will also be part of your responsibilities. Proficiency in navigating PC applications and systems is crucial as you will need to interpret various documents and records to support your work effectively.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment.
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- Work hours may be negotiable
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime upon successful completion of training. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Greensburg.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Legal Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration);or
- Four years of responsible clerical investigative or enforcement work including one year of legal clerical support experience;or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:- You must meet thePA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelink and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents willnotbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Employment Type
Full-Time
