Salary: $26.72 - $33.87 Hourly Location : Seattle, WA Job Type: Regular, Full time, 40 hrs/week Job Number: 2024-22817 Department: PAO - Prosecuting Attorneys Division: Criminal Opening Date: 09/20/2024 Closing Date: 10/4/2024 5:00 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: F4 : L117-PAO Full- or Part-Time: Full Time Summary The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking to hire a motivated individual as a Legal Administrative Professional I to join our office. The Legal Administrative Professional I, handles a variety of legal office support tasks performed under general supervision, requiring an ability to exercise sound independent judgment. If you seek enriching, meaningful work and a chance to serve your community while working as part of a collaborative team, this opportunity may be for you. About the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office Our mission is to do Justice:
- 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.
We are guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Professionalism, and Leadership. Our office is comprised of six divisions that are further organized into specialized units: To learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney's Office (PAO), please . We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community that we serve. It is essential to our mission that we create and maintain an office that is diverse and inclusive. All PAO employees are expected to participate in PAO equity work and attend equity trainings and discussions. PAO employees are expected to comply with race, equity, and social justice principles, and to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement. Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Work Location: King County Courthouse, 516 3rd AVE, Seattle, WA 98104 Work Schedule: This position works a 40-hour work week schedule, normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is eligible for King County's generous benefits package. Salary: Range 38 $26.72 (step one) - $33.87 (step ten) hourly* Union Membership: Positions in this classification are represented by Teamsters Local No. 117. Application Process: Interested individuals must complete the three application components: 1) Submit a resume 2) Respond to the supplemental questions 3) Fully complete King County application. ** ***Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state see my resume or are blank, are considered incomplete and will not be considered competitive. Selection Process Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process. Current PAO employees who are represented by Teamsters Local No. 117 will receive priority consideration. For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Karla Avila Vargas (She/Her) Human Resource Analyst ...@kingcounty.gov Special Requirements Finalists must successfully submit to a criminal background check, reference check, and be fingerprinted. * 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. Job Duties
- Responsible for coordination of all cases pending sentencing. Prepare and deliver sentencing packets to DPAs.
- Works with the Superior Court Sentencing Coordinator to schedule weekly sentencing calendars.
- Emails sentencing calendars to designated list.
- Provides pre-sentence reports to Court and defense counsel.
- Oversees DNA collection procedures.
- Completes a post-sentencing checklist on Monday including providing notice of newly set review hearings, providing copies to Records and Department of Corrections.
- Provides regularly scheduled front desk coverage for receptionist breaks, lunch, and absences.
- Prepares J&S paperwork for Plea/Sentencings
- Point person for copy machine repair and supplies on the West Wing
- Resolving monthly PBK Lagging list
- Run JABS criminal history for DPAs
- Actively participate in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system and general office principles and practices
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and verbal directions
- Strong organizational skills and ability to complete a variety of tasks in an accurate manner with frequent interruptions
- Ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and to assume unscheduled and unexpected responsibilities
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team, exercising initiative, and following through with work assignments
- Customer service skills in person and via telephone (discretion, patience, etiquette, professionalism)
- Skill in using computers and the ability to become proficient in the use of database programs such as PbK (with training), Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro
- Demonstrated predictable, reliable, and timely attendance
- Ability to accept supervision and feedback
- Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with management, co-workers, attorneys, law enforcement and the public
- 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 The Prosecuting Attorney's Office is 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 principleswe 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) EmployerNo 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 ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. 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:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- 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: King County employees are eligible to 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 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. 01 Do you have any experience working in a legal and/or office setting? If so, please explain: 02 Please describe your experience working in a fast-paced high-pressure environment. 03 Please describe a race, equity and social justice issue that is important to you. Required Question