Legal Assistant 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Assistant 1 provides legal and administrative support to the Department of Human Services’ Bureau of Hearings and Appeals, helping manage appeals, hearing schedules, legal documents, and case records. The position supports timely case processing, accurate recordkeeping, and compliance with procedural requirements. Duties include reviewing appeals for procedural compliance and recommending processing actions; coordinating hearing schedules and notices; preparing legal documents and correspondence; maintaining case files and bureau-system records; communicating with stakeholders while protecting confidentiality; and tracking deadlines and appeal activity.

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 60-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available after successful completion of training and probationary periods, subject to eligibility and bureau operational needs. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location in Pennsylvania. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework may change.

Requirements

• Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement, or investigative work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze appeals for compliance with procedural regulations and recommend appropriate processing actions.
• Coordinate hearing schedules, send notices, and manage cancellations or rescheduling.
• Prepare legal forms, orders, subpoenas, adjudications, and related correspondence for review and signature.
• Organize case files, upload documents, and verify information accuracy in bureau systems.
• Respond to inquiries, coordinate with hearing participants, and share information appropriately while protecting confidentiality.
• Monitor deadlines, update database records, document appeal activity, and process appeal-related actions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed