Paralegal

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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About the Opportunity:

Washington County is seeking to fill Paralegal position in the District Attorney's Office on the Felony Team. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a member of an experienced and highly skilled team of lawyers and staff working to protect victims and vulnerable populations in our community. If this sounds like the next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply!

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a collaborative team player who possesses the ability to focus on their own responsibilities, as well as, take on other tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility, exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.Knowledge and experience in criminal law are preferred qualities as well as Spanish speaking, and advanced computer and technology skills (Proficient in Microsoft Office products, Outlook Calendaring, TEAMS/Zoom, Adobe Pro, experience working in various data bases and software programs).

To learn more about the Paralegal role, essential duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities, click here: http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cowashingtonor/classspecs/1094270

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in legal studies or a related field from an accredited university; OR the successful completion of a comprehensive formal paralegal program; AND Three (3) years of paralegal experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Paralegal Program approved by the American Bar Association

• Experience performing paralegal work in the area of criminal prosecution

• Bilingual in Spanish Preferred

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses.Please note:Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluatedseparatelyfrom your application.

Supplemental Information

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law

MQ Review:HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

SME Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to a panel of subject matter experts (SME) who will review and score the responses to your supplemental questions and other application materials. This process may take up to 2 weeks.

Panel Interview(s):Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications andpass the SME reviewas soon as possible.

Please note:candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification.

Our commitment to you
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link:Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail:Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

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