Legal Assistant 1 part time (50%), Transportation and Public Construction Division, Tumwater

Description Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov . Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com . Position and Salary The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent part time (50%) Legal Assistant 1 in the Transportation and Public Construction Division. This position is located in Tumwater, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Legal Assistant 1 (Range 42) salary range: $22,512 - $30,066 annually The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities. Excellent benefits The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time). Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer: Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options; A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources; Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference! About the

Transportation and Public Construction Division:

The Transportation and Public Construction (TPC) division represents many state agency clients including the Washington State Department of Transportation as it designs, constructs, operates, and maintains Washington's highway system, and other multi-modal transportation operations (Washington State Ferries, rail, aviation, freight transport, public transportation, and more). Division attorneys use their experience in eminent domain, contracts, construction, land use, and environmental law to support state agencies, including the Department of Enterprise Services, Military, Emergency Management, Washington Technology Solutions. The division also provides representation to numerous boards and commissions, including the Washington Transportation Commission, Board of Pilotage Commissioners, County Road Administration Board, Transportation Improvement Board, Washington Traffic Safety Commission, and Recreation and Conservation Office. TPC's workload includes a mix of moderate to complex litigation and client advice on a comprehensive range of issues, including providing legal advice to elected officials. The division's legal professional staff are engaged in challenging and interesting work based on our wide variety of cases and topics. Teamwork and professional growth opportunities are encouraged and supported. The TPC division fosters a collegial atmosphere and provides internal training and mentoring for its personnel. Duties and Essential Functions of a Legal Assistant 1 This position supports the organization's mission by providing legal secretarial support to the TPC division. Responsibilities include processing accounts payable invoices, preparing consultant contracts, preparing pleadings and other correspondence, docketing, filing and service of documents with the court and other parties. This position works as part of a team consisting of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants. Provides a broad scope of secretarial, clerical and legal services requiring knowledge of legal terminology, department policies, and status of matters in progress. This position is the assigned division contact for litigation consultant contracts. Reviews invoices for correct contract information and enters required data into Filevine (FV). Obtains approving signatures from appropriate division attorney and processes invoices for payment. Tracks the status of contracts, monitors expiration dates, and balances of contracts. Communicates with consultants, client agencies and attorneys to ensure contracts comply with AGO guidelines; and resolves general billing issues. Independently and accurately, create and proofread routine legal correspondence and legal documents. Prepare contracts, reports, and file pleadings in various administrative venues, federal, superior, appellate or supreme courts. Process and transmit vendor invoices and invoice vouchers in conformance with the agency-established coding system and financial procedures. Make travel arrangements for staff and process reimbursements related to those arrangements. Close and prepare files for archiving according to the Washington Secretary of State Records Retention Schedule. Maintain physical and electronic files, using Microsoft Outlook calendars, FV and LawToolBox. Keep attorneys informed of upcoming deadlines. Schedule meetings for attorneys. Prepare and distribute Critical Event and New Case Reports. This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement. Required Qualifications Option 1: High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical experience including a minimum of one year of experience in a legal environment; Option 2: Two years of legal office experience; Option 3: A combination of three years of college education and/or relevant experience; Option 4: A two year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal studies or related field of study. Skill & Abilities Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills:

Word:

Edit documents and templates. Format margins, spacing, and headings.

Outlook:

Draft and reply to emails. Basic calendar management.

Excel:

Edit spreadsheets with basic formulas. About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General The Attorney General's Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities.

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Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations) Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources) Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes) And much more! Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state's interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here. Commitment to Diversity Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment. One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award. Application Instructions In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position: A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position; A current resume detailing experience and education. Read the

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Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting. You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days. The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com. For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.