Legal Specialist II - Felony Trial Team

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About the Opportunity:

The Washington County District Attorney's Office is currently seeking 2 full-time Legal Specialist IIs to join the Felony Team!

The Trial Team provides criminal case support to the felony criminal prosecution trial team. The position provides highly skilled and journey-level legal support to designated attorneys, following applicable court rules and procedures and County office standards; prepares files and legal documents; manages discovery and digital evidence; and assists in criminal or civil trial preparation. Duties may also include case intake, case preparation assistance by managing police reports, providing copies to the defense, filing documents with the court, preparing subpoenas for victims and witnesses for various court appearances, and preparing files for court.

Ideal Candidate

Attention to detail is essential for this position and a high level of accuracy in work product is also a must for this challenging, high-volume workload. This is an extremely fast paced environment and the ability to multi-task and re-prioritize work based upon ever-changing deadlines is essential. Advanced knowledge of the legal field and criminal justice system is a plus. DA Office clerical and PbK case management system experience and knowledge are highly preferred.

To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, click hereLegal Specialist II.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent;AND Four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, two (2) years of which must be in a legal support role in a law office or in an office environment with a focus on legal issues;OR

• Four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, one (1) year of which is in a prosecutor's office.

• A Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in a related field or a Paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.

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.

Questions Regarding This Recruitment?
Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov

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