Paralegal I - Discovery Unit (Internal Applicants Only)

Full Job Description

Supervisor: Angela Blocki

Salary: Range 49 - $37.97 (step one) - $48.13 (step ten) *

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, our core business hours are 8:00am – 5:00pm.; an alternative schedule is subject to supervisor’s approval.

Work Location: In-person/telecommuting- This position will work out of the King County Courthouse and the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) as needed.

Requirements

• Organize, batch, and bates stamp voluminous amounts of discovery
• Assist in uploading digital evidence
• Become proficient in using the tools within Evidence.com

• Provide coverage for counterpart in other location
• Monitor discovery requests in the email queue
• Work closely with deputies, paralegals, law enforcement and the Filing and Records units to ensure that discovery is handled in the proper manner
• Assist in preparing digital evidence (e.g. eLodi, eDiscovery, Evidence.com)
• Maintain the bench warrant log
• Upload closed case digital evidence
• Scan in physical file discovery paperwork / digital evidence
• Trouble shoot any digital files that won’t play correctly
• Actively participate in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions.
• Provide support for the Race, Equity and Social Justice policy and principles, work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Other responsibilities may be added or changed as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform a variety of tasks that require the exercise of initiative and independent judgment and the ability to anticipate needs and appropriately respond.
• Possession of excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, as well as in a team-environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with and respond in a positive, experienced and helpful manner with diverse individuals; analytical and critical thinking skills to make decisions and initiate action.
• Skill for proven time management in effectively and accurately handling multiple tasks within short deadlines.
• Possession of basic paralegal skills including identification of legal problems, knowledge of legal terminology, interpretation and application of laws, rules, and regulations is preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure and unexpected responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion involving highly critical matters.
• Skill in using computers and a variety of software such as Prosecutor by Karpel-PbK (with training), Evidence.com, Word, Adobe Pro, Excel, PowerPoint and Access; familiarity with JABS, SAW, JBRS, Accurint and other criminal justice programs is a plus.

• Desire to learn a wide variety of new skills and be able to adapt to and work comfortably in a fast-paced work environment and have knowledge of legal office practices and procedures, particularly in the Criminal Division.
• Support Race, Equity and Social Justice policies and principles; desire to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Receptive to instructions, feedback, and coaching.
• Must have demonstrated predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and courtroom proceedings is desired.

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