DSHS OOS Paralegal 2

State of Washington•Olympia, WA

50d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're hiring a Paralegal 2 to join DSHS's Board of Appeals, part of its Office of Public Integrity within the Office of the Secretary (OOS). This position requires two days in the office in Olympia each week, initially Mondays and Thursdays, and availability to come to the office on other days. Telework is available for the days that are not required to be in-office. The in-office requirement is not likely to change, but some adjustments in the schedule may be negotiated after the initial six-month probationary period. The Paralegal 2 reports to the Chief Review Judge. This job opportunity gives you the chance to grow your knowledge in a specialized area, at a sustainable salary, with great benefits. If you consider yourself an organized legal professional, join us at DSHS and be part of our hard-working team of legal professionals who provide services to WA state citizens. You will perform legal and technical work for the Board of Appeals and support the work of Review Judges and the Chief Review Judge for the Board of Appeals. You'll help ensure that the Review Judges' rulings are timely and correctly issued in accordance with state and federal law.

Requirements

Combination of four years of experience through paralegal certification, two-year paralegal degree, or paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney.
OR
One year experience as a Paralegal 1.
Equivalent education/experience.
Resume
Cover Letter
Three Professional References; including current or most recent supervisor

Responsibilities

Receive, review, and assign petitions for review filed with DSHS
Compile and process the official record of all cases related to DSHS matters heard by the Office of Administrative Hearings
When a request for review has been received by BOA, compile the record, including the recording of the hearing, a transcript in some cases, the exhibits, and other documents for the review judges to review
Compile for superior courts in Washington the official record of all cases related to DSHS matters for which a party seeks judicial review
Provide meticulous attention to detail such as client numbers, docket numbers, party names, relief being sought, proofreading Review Judge's decisions, and a myriad of other details
Demonstrate the highest professional concern with accuracy, reliability, dependability, attendance, and with doing the best job possible
Review legal documents and notices to initially determine if the Board has jurisdiction
Perform legal research, identify, and check appropriate citations for cases under administrative review
Use databases to document, manage, and track requests, hearing transcripts, and evidence to be considered by the Review Judges
Prepare and distribute legal notices and correspondence for the Board of Appeals
Respond to complex questions from the public, attorneys, Administrative Law Judges, Review Judges, legislators, and others
Manage Board of Appeals public records, data sets, database entry, and data tracking