Overview
Legal Support Specialist Jobs in Bryan, TX at Daniel Stark Law
Salary
$55,750.44 – $67,709.64 Annually
Location
Snohomish County, WA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2025-02447
Department
Prosecutor
Division
Prosecuting Attorney Criminal
Opening Date
04/16/2025
Closing Date
4/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Snohomish County is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. Just 15 miles north of Seattle, the county is rich in scenery and has a thriving economy. It is a great place to live, work, raise a family and play.
Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office offers outstanding benefits, stability, employer paid ORCA cards, and a friendly, diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference to the citizens of Snohomish County. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career.
The Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is responsible for prosecuting all adult and juvenile felony cases referred by county law enforcement agencies, and all misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases referred by the county sheriff, the State Patrol, all state agencies, and some cities who have contracted with the county for misdemeanor prosecution services.
SELECTION PROCESS:
1. Applications received
2. Review for minimum qualifications
3. SME Review of Supplemental Questions
4. Interviews of most qualified applicants, which may be conducted via a remote platform
5. Second Interviews may be given at management’s discretion
6. Offer
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Applicants are required to answer all the supplemental questions. Please answer the supplemental questions in detail. They are scored based on the depth and range of experience you have for each activity/function.
COVER LETTER AND RESUME
PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH A COVER LETTER OR RESUME TO YOUR APPLICATION.
SALARY IS NON-NEGOTIABLE
The salary for this position is non-negotiable. The successful applicant will earn the minimum salary, with yearly pay increases until the maximum salary in the pay range is reached.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be able to type at least 45 wpm.
JOB OFFERS
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identify and eligibility to work in the United States.
BASIC FUNCTION
To perform a variety of complex office duties in a law office or to assist the general public by answering questions related to the legal field and/or directing them to the appropriate person or office unit.
Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assists the general public, defendants, attorneys and law enforcement representatives in person or on the phone by answering questions and explaining court procedures; takes complaints, explains services, policies, procedures and schedules; locates information from court and county records and provides it to the public as requested.
Receives, processes and issues various legal documents, applications, notices, orders; reviews items for accuracy, completeness, required stamps and signatures; forwards documents to other offices as necessary.
Maintains data and records; calculates and compiles summaries of data, sets up and maintains files and filing systems; retrieves information from files; Composes, processes and files various legal documents; reviews documents for accuracy before filing and processing; forwards documents to other agencies/parties as necessary.
Schedules court hearings, prepares notices. legal documents, and court calendars; provides required documents to defendants and other parties and secures necessary signatures.
May compose and process notices, reports, form letters, forms, cards, documents and correspondence.
Assesses case information and initiates legal files; requests necessary case information from other agencies.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES
May order and maintain office supplies.
May perform all the duties of subordinate level employees.
May be required to make county deliveries to other county job sites.
Performs related duties and takes on special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of legal office experience; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass all job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Typing of forty-five (45) wpm is required.
A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
standard office practices and procedures
proper English, spelling, grammar punctuation and word usage
basic mathematical calculations
computer and software applications
law office practices and procedures
basic legal terminology, documents and document handling procedures
Ability to:
maintain all ethical and professional standards
observe strict confidentiality regarding all information obtained in the course of employment
produce work product that meets professional standards of quality, neatness, accuracy, and promptness
assist the public in determining what their needs are
quickly learn the names, locations and functions of departmental activities
accurately and timely manage a high volume of work
communicate effectively and courteously with people of all ages and from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds
type accurately
maintain records and prepare related forms, applications, documents, statements and reports
learn and retain complex procedures, laws and regulations
clearly explain policies, procedures and schedules
work with minimal supervision
follow oral and written instructions
read, interpret and categorize data rapidly and accurately
operate standard office equipment
work calmly under pressure
meet deadlines and cope with interruptions
perform mathematical calculations
maintain records and prepare reports
make independent consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, court/office policies and procedures
train others in records functions, including regular employees and temporary workers as assigned
interact with distraught or difficult individuals
SUPERVISION
Employees receive supervision from a Lead Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, supervisor or an administrative superior as assigned. The supervisor establishes objectives, priorities and deadlines. Work is evaluated through conferences, periodic reviews and written evaluations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
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Title: Legal Support Specialist
Company: Daniel Stark Law
Location: Bryan, TX
