Legal Processing Assistant 4 - District Court
Description
Why It's a Great Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity in one of the District Court's units, focused on supervising and coordinating the work of a team. If you are a champion for change, like to be challenged at work, have high attention to detail, and work well within a team environment, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.
Why It's a Great Department
Pierce County District Court is committed to providing fair, accessible, and effective administration of justice while treating every individual with dignity and respect. As an independent and impartial branch of government, the Court plays a vital role in promoting respect for the law, protecting individual rights, and providing timely and equitable resolution of legal matters for the community it serves. The Court values professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and public service. Employees are part of a mission-driven organization that is focused on operational excellence, improving access to justice, and continuously enhancing services for the public. Pierce County District Court fosters a supportive and team-oriented environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful work that impacts the community every day. Pierce County District Court is a court of limited jurisdiction and hears a wide range of cases, including:
- Traffic and non-traffic infractions
- Criminal and criminal-traffic misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors
- Civil matters for damages for injury to individuals or personal property, and contract disputes no greater than $100,000
- Small claims for recovery of money not to exceed $10,000
- Name changes
- Anti-harassment protection orders
- Stalking protection orders
How To Be Successful In The Role
The role in the courts is ever evolving, and this position will require problem-solving and critical thinking to stay current and ahead. Advanced planning skills are a must, as well as being able to adapt and adjust as needed to last-minute changes in circumstances. A successful employee will be an excellent communicator who is able to collaborate well within the court and all branches of government. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with judges, management, employees, stakeholders, and the public. You will need to provide strong leadership and mentorship while managing changing priorities, addressing employee needs, and ensuring we are consistent in court processes. Throughout your employment, you will receive direct, constructive feedback from peers and your manager to facilitate your success and allow you to meet your professional goals.
Core Daily Responsibilities
Requires a thorough knowledge of all policies and procedures governing the functions of the court and all of its divisions. Requires knowledge of the general policies and procedures governing the functions performed within the court. Requires an outstanding ability to deal with complex factors and the ability to make decisions based upon conclusions for which there is little precedence. Interprets court policy and applies it to the daily operation of the administrative activity. Establishes objectives and develops programs to accomplish these objectives. Requires a continuous application of a significant degree of independent judgment. Makes decisions relating to the interpretation of court policy. Has continual contact with the Judges, court officials and contact with outside individuals of a somewhat extensive nature. Requires experience at the technical and supervisory levels of the court organization. Coordinate and supervise program budget and budget changes, analyzes budget variance. Supervises and coordinates activities of support workers. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and determines methods for expediting work flow.
Minimum Qualifications
- Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
- A resume, cover letter and 3 professional references are required for this position.
- Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
- Graduation from high school or equivalent
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
- Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity
- Thorough knowledge of modern office practices
- Ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- To establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation
Supplemental Information
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To view the complete classification, click here .
Applications without a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references will not be considered.
Graduation from high school or equivalent and At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting
Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures, ability to express ideas clearly