Legal Processing Assistant 4 - District Court

Pierce County • Tacoma, WA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity in one of the District Court's units, focused on supervising and coordinating the work of a team. The role in the courts is ever evolving, and this position will require problem-solving and critical thinking to stay current and ahead. Advanced planning skills are a must, as well as being able to adapt and adjust as needed to last-minute changes in circumstances. A successful employee will be an excellent communicator who is able to collaborate well within the court and all branches of government. Also having the ability to address complex factors and make sound decisions based on training and accumulated experience. This position relies on providing information and guidance on specialized or technical services and related office functions, addressing complex questions from staff or the public. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with judges, management, employees, stakeholders, and the public. You will need to provide strong leadership and mentorship while managing changing priorities, addressing employee needs, and ensuring we are consistent in court processes. Throughout your employment, you will receive direct, constructive feedback from peers and your manager to facilitate your success and allow you to meet your professional goals.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a court setting.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation of the district/municipal court and all aspects of case processing activity.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices.
• Ability to make consequential work decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and court policies and procedures.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships.
• Skill in the operation of all equipment used in the office operation.
• Must authorize and complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at the technical and supervisory levels of the court organization.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced planning skills.
• Ability to adapt and adjust as needed to last-minute changes in circumstances.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate well within the court and all branches of government.
• Ability to address complex factors and make sound decisions based on training and accumulated experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates activities of support workers.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and determines methods for expediting work flow.
• Interprets court policy and applies it to the daily operation of the administrative activity.
• Establishes objectives and develops programs to accomplish these objectives.
• Makes decisions relating to the interpretation of court policy.
• Provides information and guidance on specialized or technical services and related office functions.
• Addresses complex questions from staff or the public.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with judges, management, employees, stakeholders, and the public.
• Provides strong leadership and mentorship while managing changing priorities, addressing employee needs, and ensuring consistency in court processes.

Benefits

• Extensive in-house training format
• Access to numerous opportunities, which include leadership certification programs
• Online LinkedIn Learning courses
• Official Pierce County training
• Access to established procedures, standards, practices, and system documentation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED