Legal Office Assistant Victim Witness Specialist

Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

The Bellevue City Attorneys Office is seeking a passionate and skilledLegal Office assistant to support the Prosecution Division with a focus on direct assistance to crime victims and witnesses in non-domestic violence cases. The Prosecution Division prosecutes gross misdemeanors simple misdemeanors and civil infractions which occur within the city as well as appeals. The successful candidate should be able to perform a variety of routine and complex clerical and administrative support work focused on providing information and assistance to non-domestic violence crime victims and witnesses.

To be the successful candidate you will need to demonstrate self-awareness be effective in a variety of communication settingsand be able to work independently while managing a large variety of assignments with minimal direct supervision. You will need to be able to respond with the appropriate level of urgency to a diverse set of circumstances take effective action with limited knowledge and be a creative thinker and proactive in problem solving. You must be flexible team and client-service focused have great attention to detail and have strong organizational skills. It is essential that you can work well with people at all levels with a high degree of professionalism integrity and discretion.

If this sounds like you and you meet the qualifications listed below we would like to see your application!

The City of Bellevue is a dynamic international and multicultural future-focused diversity driven high performing city. There are five core values that guide our actions and decision-making: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity and Innovation. We value all employees and their contributions. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity community involvement intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

• Be the primary point of contact for crime victims and witnesses in non-domestic violence cases. Interact directly with these victims and witnesses via various methods including telephone calls and emails.
• Provide accurate and reliable information to victims and witnesses regarding criminal filing decisions case progress court date scheduling dispositions and crime victims rights.
• Schedule and arrange interviews of victims and witnesses by prosecutors and/or defense attorneys.
• Schedule and arrange witness testimony at trials and motion hearings. Attend court as appropriate in a supportive role for victims and witnesses.
• Collect and update information regarding restitution. File restitution paperwork with the court and schedule court hearings regarding restitution.
• Work professionally and effectively with outside agencies such as the Bellevue Police Department and the King County District Court.
• Respond to inquiries from employees citizens and others; making referrals to appropriate personnel when needed.
• Engage in continuous learning by taking advantage of various training opportunities to hone current skill set while developing new skills and knowledge.
• Perform general administrative duties and office tasks such as answering phones calendaring filing and document tracking.
• Provide back-up for other Prosecution administrative staff.
• Perform other work as assigned.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Works under moderate to general supervision.
• No formal supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent.
• Four years of clerical/office work with a minimum of two years of it as legal office work.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with technology.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office programs Word Excel SharePoint Outlook and Access.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience working with case management systems/software preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Working knowledge of computers and case management programs.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal format.
• Working knowledge of the state court systems.
• Ability to assemble data.
• Ability to effectively meet and communicate with the public.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to handle a high-volume workload with fast turn-around times while maintaining a quality work product.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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