Paralegal I Litigation Section (2)

• We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.
• We serve our diverse community support victims and families and hold individuals accountable.
• We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.

* In addition to the benefits listed on the benefits tab 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 the collective bargaining agreement between our office and Teamsters Local No. 117. This contribution is made by the employee and after two years it is paid by the employer.

• 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 Clerks 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

• Civil litigation experience required (2 years minimum)
• 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 may 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 PAOs Race Equity and Social Justice policy and principles work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement

TheProsecuting Attorneys Officeis dedicated to making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply
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