Law Office Assistant 1 [On-Call] (PCN 02N07035)

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Law Office Assistant 1 [On-Call] (PCN 02N07035)

Company: State of Alaska


Description: Job DescriptionThis position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our to determine if you qualify.Effective July 1, 2024 the wage for this position increased by 5%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.To apply for this position, please send your resume, and other pertinent documents to:What You Will Be Doing
This position a non-permanent on-call position that provides clerical support to attorneys and Agency administrators. Law Office Assistants maintain case file information digitally and in physical files, process police reports and evidence, answer phones, file pleadings with the Court and opposing counsel, prepare routine legal documents, and assist clients. Law Office Assistants play a significant role in ensuring that administrative tasks are handled effectively and the office runs smoothly and our on-call positions provide coverage for vacant positions, leave, and assist with special projects. These positions can be part-time or full-time based on the applicant’s availability and Agency need.Our Organization, Mission, and Culture
The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel in many types of cases and the Public Defender Agency is appointed by the Court to represent people who are unable to afford counsel on their own. Law Office Assistants are an integral part of providing that representation and protecting our clients’ rights. Law Office Assistants work closely with attorneys and other Agency staff to make sure evidence and case materials are processed and distributed quickly. They often serve as important points of contact for the Court system, opposing counsel, and the public.The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Support staff at the Public Defender Agency have the opportunity to learn about the legal system and hone their administrative and clerical skills to further their career development in the legal field. Most importantly, they get to do this while working as a team to provide meaningful contributions to Alaska, as the work we do impacts people’s lives and protects the constitutional rights of all Alaskans. This important work helps improve case outcomes for individuals charged with crimes, helps re-unify families, and provides the foundation for successful re-entry into communities. Many Law Office Assistants use the skills and experience they gain to promote to paralegal, investigative, and administrative management positions within the Agency, the State of Alaska, or the private sector.The Working Environment You Can Expect
We are hiring on-calls in our Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Palmer offices. Our offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM with an hour lunch at noon, but an on-call Law Office Assistant’s schedule during this time can vary to accommodate the applicant’s availability. Parking is provided in all locations.Who We Are Looking For

• Technological Competency: Competency with standard office equipment is expected and computer literacy and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital documents and evidence in cases and utilizing the digital case management system.
• Effective Communicator: Clear and professional oral and written communication is essential to anyone working in the legal field.
• Prioritization: The ability to handle shifting priorities in high-pressure situations will enable success in the position.
• Ability to Maintain Confidentiality: Strict confidentiality is required due to the nature of the work performed.
• Independent Worker: Taking initiative, exercising sound judgment, and following directions is critical in our offices.

Minimum QualificationsPI01A1 – Law Office Assistant 1One year of experience that involves some combination of providing significant customer service contact; eliciting or exchanging information as related to requirements or procedures necessary to secure services, authorizations, or goods on behalf of the client; and/or performing standard administrative tasks such as preparing correspondence or reports, filing, entering data, receiving payments, and/or maintaining logs and includes the regular, proficient use of electronic management information systems and word processing and other standard business software applications.Substitutions:Any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college or university (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month) in any area of study and/or applicable experience, as defined above, may substitute for the required experience.An associate’s degree or specific vocational-technical certification in a legal support career area (e.g., paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or criminal justice) may substitute for the required experience.Vocational-technical certification in a generalized business support career area (e.g., administrative office technology, business and marketing management, entrepreneurship, or office assistance) may substitute for up to 6 months of the required experience.Additional Required InformationPlease read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our to determine if you qualify.Writing Sample
Please provide a written response to the following questions as part of your application:

• Describe how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
• In one paragraph, why do you think you would be a good fit for working specifically in a law firm tasked with defending those accused of wrong-doing?
• This position has access to tightly regulated criminal background information and must pass a criminal background investigation. To help assess whether you could pass this background investigation, please state whether you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony. If yes please provide details on the charges including the year of conviction.
• The work we do often exposes staff to case materials that include graphic or explicit content; graphic images like autopsy photos or detailed descriptions of violence. Is this something you are going to be comfortable with?

At time of interview, please be prepared to provide:

• College transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications)
• Three professional references, two who have had supervisory experience over you, including current email and/or daytime phone number

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.To apply for this position, please send your resume, and other pertinent documents to:Contact InformationRhonda Thayer
Administrative Officer 1Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See

for additional information.

• AVTEC
• Confidential
• Correctional Officers
• Marine Engineers
• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
• Supervisory
• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman’s Union
• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
• The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government
• Labor, Trades and Crafts
• Public Safety Employees Association
• Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
• Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Salary: $21.5 per hour

Location: Anchorage, AK

Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2024 01:10:55 GMT


Read More…