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Legal Assistant | Social & Health Services Section Tacoma Division Jobs in Tacoma, USA at State of Washington
Position: Legal Assistant 1 | Social & Health Services Section of the Tacoma Division
Legal Assistant 1 – Tacoma Division
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full‑time Legal Assistant 1 in the Social & Health Services Section of the Tacoma Division, located in Tacoma, Washington. The position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Salary & Stipends: Legal Assistant 1 (Range 42) salary range: $45,024 – $60,132 annually; $45,924 – $61,332 annually effective 7/1/2026. Incumbents assigned to the Seattle office receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend. Incumbents assigned to a position requiring dual language skills receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.
Responsibilities
- Open and close litigation case files.
- Accurately perform case docketing functions and data entry into legal databases.
- Manage filing, storage, and organization of electronic case files.
- Facilitate retrieval of archived physical files from the state archives, maintain a record of chain of custody, and return files promptly.
- Prepare, finalize for signature, and file legal documents with the proper authority.
- Prepare basic legal correspondence with clients and others requiring knowledge of legal terminology, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor electronic mailboxes per division protocols and policies.
- Periodically cover front‑desk duties such as answering phone calls, assisting the public, scheduling conference rooms, processing print projects, managing mail, and handling legal messenger deliveries.
- Log, prepare, and maintain invoices for litigation costs.
- Provide courier service to Pierce and Kitsap County courthouses.
Qualifications
- Option 1:
High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical experience, including a minimum of one year in a legal environment. - Option 2:
Two years of legal office experience. - Option 3:
Three years of college education and/or relevant experience. - Option 4: A two‑year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal studies, or a related field.
Conditions of Employment
A valid non‑probationary Washington State Driver’s License is required to lawfully operate state vehicles.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and dependents.
- Vacation, sick leave, and other paid leave.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and life insurance.
- Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, tuition waiver, deferred compensation, and employee recognition leave.
- Flexible schedules and part‑time/hybrid telework options.
- Wellness program, Infants in the Workplace Program, and Employee Assistance Program.
- A variety of employee‑driven affinity groups fostering community and connection.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Employment Opportunity. 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 or gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process may contact the recruitment team . Those with hearing impairments should contact the Washington Relay Service at or
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Title: Legal Assistant | Social & Health Services Section Tacoma Division
Company: State of Washington
Location: Tacoma, USA
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