Job Summary
This Judicial Proceeding Specialist Project position is highly responsible for varied legal process work in support of the Specialty Courts system of Clark County. This type of work requires considerable knowledge of legal terminology, processes and procedures.
In this position we are seeking a employee who is reliable, accurate and has the ability to multitask. The employee will perform duties independently, with limited supervision and general guidance from the lead worker or manager and after significant experience, they may train others when necessary. There may later be an opportunity to rotate through the Judicial department, but may be assigned to any department at any time as needed.
This position is a limited duration project position expected to work up to a total of 24 months.
(Please see the Benefits & Salary Information section for additional information.)
This position is represented by Local 11 – OPEIU (Office and Professional Employees International Union, AFL-CIO).
This project position and will end on January 1, 2021.
Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Knowledge of: Court processing activity, legal practices and procedures, and court operations; policies, procedures and practices applicable to the court; relevant technological applications and resources; modern office practices; business correspondence standards including English, grammar, formatting, spelling and punctuation.
Ability to: Work with minimum supervision while independently coordinating multiple tasks to accomplish workload and meet unexpected demands; make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, court policies and procedures; follow, understand and apply prescribed procedures, policies, laws and regulations to the legal processing activities of the Court systems; maintain accurate and complete court records; develop and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees, elected officials, and the general public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; demonstrate resourcefulness and tact in public contacts; utilize necessary computer applications at an advanced level; handle sensitive and confidential matters and situations; exercise good judgment under stressful circumstances.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Local 11.505 ($19.45 - $24.84) per hour
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.