Administrative Judicial Legal Assistant

About the role

If you have a high degree of initiative, enjoy working in a team, communicate effectively and tactfully with the public, and can type at 45 words per minute, this Senior Legal Typist (SLT) position with the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) may be for you. The SLT works under the supervision of the Legal Support Supervisor I and the Presiding Workers’ Compensation Judge. DWC, part of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), administers workers’ compensation claims and assists in resolving disputes for workers’ compensation benefits. The division seeks individuals interested in meaningful secretarial work and close collaboration with the Legal Support Supervisor I to manage case assignments. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.3. The position is located at 464 W. Fourth Street, Suite 239, San Bernardino, CA 92401, with easy access to the 215, 210 and 10 freeways and nearby amenities. The office is smoke‑free, LED‑lit, temperature‑controlled, quiet to moderate noise, equipped with cubicles, computers and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve orders, decisions, and correspondence.
• Provide secretarial and clerical support to the assigned Workers’ Compensation Judge.
• Work within the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS) to manage tasks, process incoming and outgoing documents, and maintain the judge’s calendar.
• Attend meetings in designated conference rooms and be willing to travel for off‑site trainings.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
• Possess a typing certificate of 45 words per minute.
• Ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Communicate effectively, follow directions, analyze situations, and take effective action using good judgment.
• Manage time and resources effectively and be responsive to management needs.

Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute (certified).

Benefits

• Telework available two days per week.
• Monthly parking fee of $15.00.

Schedule

• Standard 40‑hour work week.
• Work schedule includes two telework days per week.