Legal Assistant 2

The Unemployment Compensation Board of Review is seeking a Legal Assistant 2 to support the resolution of appeals at the Pittsburgh Referee Office. This role involves assisting with hearings, managing case records, and ensuring due process through organized document handling and communication with claimants, employers, and attorneys.

About the role

This position supports Referee staff by preparing appeals, organizing case materials, and assisting with hearings and decisions. Accuracy, organization, and strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Hearing Preparation: Review appeals, organize exhibits, and prepare notices and schedules.
• Case Management: Maintain electronic and paper case files and distribute documents to appropriate parties.
• Decision Support: Transcribe and prepare decisions and confirm that all issues and findings are addressed.
• Public Contact: Respond to calls, emails, and visitors and provide accurate information about appeals procedures.
• Document Processing: Upload hearings, proofread legal documents, and input information into tracking systems.
• Timekeeping Assistance: Review time records, identify errors, and ensure accurate entries in required systems.

Schedule

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work hours may be negotiable.
• Telework: Opportunity to work from home part-time after successful completion of training, contingent on a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If telework is not feasible, reporting to the Pittsburgh headquarters office is required. Telework eligibility is subject to change.

Requirements

• One year as a Legal Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of responsible clerical, investigative, or enforcement work, including one year of legal clerical support experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirements.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.