Paralegal I - District Court Unit (Internal Applicants Only)

King County•Wa 98052, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is open only to current employees of the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. Applicants must serve and pass their six-month probation period in their current position in order to be eligible to apply. The Paralegal I will provide administrative support to the District Court deputies working in Redmond. This role involves assisting prosecutors in all phases of trial preparation, preparing and processing legal documents, managing calendars, generating and processing witness letters and subpoenas, and serving as a liaison between victims and deputy prosecuting attorneys (DPAs). The position also requires communication with various legal professionals, law enforcement, witnesses, and victims, as well as coordinating witness schedules, explaining legal procedures, and arranging travel. Additionally, the Paralegal I will be responsible for creating and maintaining records for Motions to Vacate, answering phones, responding to emails, and assisting supervisors. Active participation in the Prosecuting Attorney's Office (PAO) equity work, including attending trainings and discussions, and supporting Race, Equity, and Social Justice policies are also requisite. Additional responsibilities may be incorporated or modified as business needs evolve.

Requirements

Must be a current employee of the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
Must have served and passed their six-month probation period in their current position.
Possess excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with deputy prosecutors, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, defense investigators, court personnel, witnesses, victims, and other agencies.
Skills in responding in a positive, mature, and helpful manner with numerous individuals including witnesses who may be in various emotional states and reluctant to assist with prosecution.
Analytical and critical thinking skills to make decisions and initiate action.
Time management skills to handle multiple tasks often effectively and accurately within short deadlines.
Ability to handle emergency situations and work under pressure.
Skill in using computers and a variety of software such as Prosecutor by Karpel (with training), Word, Adobe Pro and Excel.
Must have demonstrated predictable and reliable attendance.
Must be able and willing to accept supervision, feedback, and coaching.
Commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice work including ongoing cultural competence development.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with other criminal justice programs is a plus.
Knowledge of legal office practices and procedures, particularly in the Mainstream Criminal Division.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the District Court deputies that work in Redmond.
Assist prosecutors in all phases of trial preparation (post-filing).
Prepare, type and process numerous legal documents.
Daily calendar preparation in PbK; maintain PbK to reflect updated witness information and court dates.
Generate and process witness letters and subpoenas; schedule and track subpoenaed witnesses for hearings in PbK.
Serve as a liaison between victims and DPAs by sending restitution packets to victims, collecting restitution documentation, and providing all received materials to DPAs (via PbK) for case processing.
Communicate and serve as a liaison with deputy prosecutors, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, witnesses, victims, and other agencies.
Coordinate and locate witnesses; explain legal procedures to victims, witnesses, and the public; request interpreters for trial testimony; and coordinate travel and lodging arrangements.
Responsible for creating and maintaining records and assisting Vice Chairs for all Motions to Vacate in DCU.
Answer phone calls and respond to e-mails in a timely manner.
Assist LSP Supervisor, Unit Chair and Vice Chairs as requested.
Perform related work or other projects as requested or required.
Active participation in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions.
Provide support for the Race, Equity and Social Justice policy and principles and work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement are requisite.