Legal Assistant Supervisor
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position oversees the clerical and legal support work that helps process statewide appeals in a timely and accurate manner. The role ensures that staff follow procedures, maintain required records, and support administrative law judges in carrying out appeal activities.
- Staff Supervision: Train, guide, and review the work of legal assistants and clerical staff to support efficient operations
- Appeal Oversight: Monitor incoming appeals, track deadlines, and ensure cases are scheduled and processed according to regulations
- Case Management: Manage records, documents, and statistics through the electronic case database to support accurate appeal handling
- Legal Document Review: Oversee the preparation and proofreading of scheduling orders, subpoenas, notices, and other materials
- Confidentiality Protection: Ensure staff follow rules that prevent improper communication and protect sensitive information
- Policy Coordination: Assist with implementing procedures, updating practices, and communicating changes to staff and partners
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Legal Assistant 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Five years of responsible clerical, investigative or enforcement work including two years of legal clerical experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.