Legal Assistant 1, District Attorney's Office

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $24.53 - $30.04 Hourly Department: District Attorney Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): November 12, 2023 The Opportunity: This work matters. The Multnomah County District Attorney's Office is currently accepting applications for a Legal Assistant 1. We may use this recruitment to fill future vacancies so if you are interested in joining our team of dynamic individuals, we strongly encourage you to apply! The Multnomah County District Attorney's Office is responsible for prosecuting offenders accused of committing state and municipal law violations within Multnomah County. The District Attorney's Office is committed to the open and balanced administration of justice; one that honors and respects diversity in all of its forms. These positions are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. If interested, there may be opportunities for hybrid schedule. As a Legal Assistant 1, you will work along side with other administrative staff and must have the ability to organize and prioritize work and accuracy with detail. Our staff work together as a cohesive team under pressure and must be flexible, able and willing to fill in on short notice. This position may require you to resolve issues when a supervisor is not available. The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. Your daily essential job responsibilities includes but is not limited to the following: Review case files for accuracy and completeness. Accurately enter felony cases in systems in a timely manner. Run criminal histories. Provide assistance with notifying victims about case information. Investigate and prepare restitution requests. May also be called upon to assist with projects that require resourcefulness, independent judgment, analysis of varied data, and other needed information. Most vacancies in the District Attorney's Office are full-time, however this list may be used to fill part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call openings. TO QUALIFY: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills: Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade. Three years of general clerical experience. One year of experience working within a district attorney, county counsel, or relevant legal office. Basic working knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of criminal or judicial system, and some knowledge of legal terminology and legal databases. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): LEDS Certification. You will be required to successfully pass the LEDS certification in order to become LEDS certified. Advanced knowledge of data systems such as RegJIN, LEDS, NCIC, Odyssey, CRIMES and Microsoft Word. Candidates must successfully pass a thorough criminal background check and post offer urine drug screen. During the recruitment process, you will be asked to sign a disclosure statement about the arrests and convictions of immediate family members and close relations pursuant to our policy regarding Outside Associations. Immediate family is defined to include parents, spouse, spouse equivalent, brother, sister, children, grandparents, or any individual where the relationship is close or intimate, or a roommate. An answer of "Yes" to any Outside Associates will not automatically disqualify an applicant. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exception as a qualification of employment. The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date. *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. REQUIRED: APPLICATION PACKET: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application. 1. An online application and/or resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications (Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a brief summary of your responsibilities.) 2. A cover letter addressing: Why you are interested in the position, AND How you meet the required minimum qualifications for this position (Detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role. Please be specific about your experience as it relates to the Essential Job Functions, To Qualify, and Specific KSAs sections above.) Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview, Essential Job Functions and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview. SCREENING AND EVALUATION For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of application materials for minimum qualifications Oral exam Consideration of top candidates Background and reference checks -- All finalists must pass a thorough background and reference check. Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range. Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting for additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime. Type: Represented Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Collette Carr Email: collette.carr@mcda.us Phone: 1 (971) 6108219 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. 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