Judicial Assistant (Paralegal)

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our mission... To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate. The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses. This position is with the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB). WCB provides timely and impartial resolution of disputes arising under the Workers' Compensation Law and Oregon Safe Employment Act. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Requirements

• Two years associate degree in Paralegal or Legal Assistant Studies OR Eighteen months of paralegal experience OR Any combination of training and experience that demonstrates experience in legal work, independent judgment, legal terminology principles, concepts, systems, and processes
• Experience must include discovery and trial methods and procedures, legal ethics and skill in preparing legal documents, interviewing witnesses and explaining legal issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with legal and medical terminology.
• Excellent grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to accept guidance, embrace change, and contribute positively to a dynamic work environment.
• Outstanding attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret legal documents and stakeholder communications in support of 2-4 Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) to determine and implement appropriate processing decisions based on applicable statutes, rules, and agency policies and procedures
• Serve as liaison between the parties and the ALJs and Workers’ Compensation Hearings Division to interpret and resolve problems through negotiation
• Be responsible for complete working knowledge of applicable statutes, rules and policies as they apply to various situations that arise from processing legal documents, telephone requests and contacts with outside stakeholders

Benefits

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree