Washington County, Oregon
Legal Specialist I/II - Data Integrity Team
Washington County, Oregon, Hillsboro, Oregon, United States, 97104
The Washington County District Attorney's Office is currently seeking a Legal Specialist I/II to join their Criminal Prosecution Data Integrity team. The Data Integrity Team (DI) supports the Criminal Prosecution Program. Duties include retrieving criminal case reports from multiple record management systems, processing court orders, updating the DA’s case management system after court appearances, and managing case notifications received electronically from the court, law enforcement agencies, defense attorneys, and other public entities. Members of DI also virtually attend some court appearances to enter data contemporaneously with the court proceeding.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate prioritizes attention to detail and recognizes that a high level of accuracy in work product is a must for this type of challenging, high‑volume workload. They will be adept at handling an extremely fast‑paced environment and can successfully multi‑task and re‑prioritize work based upon ever‑changing deadlines. Knowledge of the legal field and criminal justice or child support systems is a plus.
Legal Specialist I Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent;
AND
three (3) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support.
A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a related field or a paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Legal Specialist II Minimum Qualifications Criminal Prosecution
High school diploma or equivalent;
AND
four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, two (2) years of which must be in a legal support role in a law office or in an office environment with a focus on legal issues;
OR
Four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, one (1) year of which is in a prosecutor's office.
A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a related field or a paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Additional Department and Program Specific Requirements Background Investigation: These classifications require that successful candidates pass a criminal history background investigation. Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
Selection Process
Apply today : In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay.
MQ Review : HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Subject Matter Expert Review : Your application and responses to the supplemental questions will be reviewed for attention to detail, formatting consistency, grammar and punctuation.
Panel Interview(s) : Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and pass the SME review as soon as possible.
Our Commitment to You Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a merit‑based system. We promote employee development and offer an award‑winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Veterans' Preference If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using the provided link.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application You will be advised by e‑mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. Unsubscribing from email notifications may impact our ability to communicate about this and other recruitments.
Questions Regarding This Recruitment? Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov.
Additional Resources
Visit https://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step‑by‑step guide on the application process.
For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855‑524‑5627.
* Washington County is a drug‑free workplace *
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Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate prioritizes attention to detail and recognizes that a high level of accuracy in work product is a must for this type of challenging, high‑volume workload. They will be adept at handling an extremely fast‑paced environment and can successfully multi‑task and re‑prioritize work based upon ever‑changing deadlines. Knowledge of the legal field and criminal justice or child support systems is a plus.
Legal Specialist I Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent;
AND
three (3) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support.
A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a related field or a paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Legal Specialist II Minimum Qualifications Criminal Prosecution
High school diploma or equivalent;
AND
four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, two (2) years of which must be in a legal support role in a law office or in an office environment with a focus on legal issues;
OR
Four (4) years of experience providing administrative or clerical support, one (1) year of which is in a prosecutor's office.
A bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a related field or a paralegal certificate may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Additional Department and Program Specific Requirements Background Investigation: These classifications require that successful candidates pass a criminal history background investigation. Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
Selection Process
Apply today : In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay.
MQ Review : HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Subject Matter Expert Review : Your application and responses to the supplemental questions will be reviewed for attention to detail, formatting consistency, grammar and punctuation.
Panel Interview(s) : Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and pass the SME review as soon as possible.
Our Commitment to You Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a merit‑based system. We promote employee development and offer an award‑winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Veterans' Preference If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using the provided link.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application You will be advised by e‑mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. Unsubscribing from email notifications may impact our ability to communicate about this and other recruitments.
Questions Regarding This Recruitment? Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov.
Additional Resources
Visit https://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step‑by‑step guide on the application process.
For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855‑524‑5627.
* Washington County is a drug‑free workplace *
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