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Showing posts with label secretary. Show all posts
Showing posts with label secretary. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Statewide Veterans' Outreach
The following jobs have recently opened up in the judicial branch. Particularly diversity and veteran contacts. You can also see all of our current openings at http://www.courts.wa.gov/employ/?fa=employ.current.
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Positions Open at Centralia College
Exempt OPEN UNTIL FILLED
· Director of Enrollment (Student Services)
· Director of Nursing (Workforce Ed)
· Talent Search Specialist (TRiO Programs)
· Special Events & Social Media Coordinator (College Relations)
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Applications Developer (IT)
· Program Manager (Center of Excellence for Clean Energy)
Faculty OPEN UNTIL FILLED
· ABE Assistant Professor (GHEC)
· Diesel Technology Assistant Professor (Workforce Ed)
· Counselor (Student Services/Counseling Center)
· Pro-Rata Assistant Professor (CCEast, Morton Campus)
· Computer Science Assistant Professor (Workforce Ed)
Adjunct Faculty OPEN UNTIL FILLED
· Adjunct English Instructors (Academic Transfer)
· Adjunct Communications Instructor (Academic Transfer)
Classified
· Utility Worker 2 (FOM) CLOSING DATE EXTENDED TO 8/6/15
· Secretary Senior (TRiO Programs) CLOSES 8/13/15
Full position announcements and application materials are available online at http://www.centralia.edu/admin/hr/
Monday, July 27, 2015
Dept. of Social and Health Services
State of Washington
Dept. of Social and Health Services invites applications for the position of:
Secretary Senior (Children's Administration) 07124
SALARY: $2,334.00 - $3,008.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 07/23/15
CLOSING DATE: 07/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Children’s Administration (CA), is seeking an experienced, outgoing Secretary Senior to join our team. This full-time position is located at the Children’s Administration in Yakima.
This vacancy is located at our Yakima Office, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (Saturday and Sunday off).
Are you ready to put your secretarial skills to work? Do you enjoy providing secretarial services and assistance to supervisors and staff? Here’s your opportunity to do just that!
DUTIES:
Some of the duties
The Secretary Senior in this office is the primary point of contact for directing callers, and assisting customers at the front counter. This person will perform detailed secretarial duties with minimal supervision; provide secretarial services and assistance to relieve day-to-day secretarial duties from supervisor and/or staff member’s own work; and maintain filing systems, data bases, tracking logs, and computer programs.
Working as a Secretary Senior, this person provides reception duties; screen calls and visitors; and works collaboratively with a team to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. This person will also provide internal and external customer services to a diverse population; maintain state vehicle logs and ensure routine maintenance is completed; monitor new requests, and obtain birth certificates, social security cards, and social security verifications; and make travel accommodations for Region 1 clients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Who should apply
People who have graduated from high school or equivalent; and have two years of increasingly responsible office experience requiring keyboarding or typing.
Here’s what we’re looking for
We would like to find someone who:
Can type 50 words per minute
Can operate office equipment (fax machine, copy machine, multi-line switchboard)
Is able to communicate with a diverse group of people with sensitivity and professionalism
Can communicate effectively and respectfully with clients, co-workers, and supervisor (both verbally and in writing) Will maintain client confidentiality
NOTE: Proof of education will be required at the time of the interview
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Who we are
The Children’s Administration is the public child welfare agency for the State of Washington. Our staff works with children and families to identify their needs and develop a plan for services that support families and assure the safety and well-being of children. These services are designed to reduce the risk of abuse, find safe alternatives to out-of-home placement and assure safety and permanency for children in out-of-home care.
To learn more about the Children’s Administration and how our Secretary Seniors make a difference in transforming lives visit https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca online.
At Children’s Administration, you will enjoy a rewarding career with impressive benefits designed to help you maintain a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family, including:
Major Medical • Dental • Vision • Optional Medical Flexible Spending Account • Long-
term Disability • Retirement and other savings plan options • Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Vacation & Holidays • Continuing Education
See the Benefits tab for more details. Benefits apply to full-time and most part-time employees.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Laurie Walker at (509) 565-4328. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
If you have questions about this exciting opportunity, please contact Laurie Walker at (509) 565-4328 or Laurie.Walker@dshs.wa.gov.
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1201838
Dept. of Social and Health Services invites applications for the position of:
Secretary Senior (Children's Administration) 07124
SALARY: $2,334.00 - $3,008.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 07/23/15
CLOSING DATE: 07/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Children’s Administration (CA), is seeking an experienced, outgoing Secretary Senior to join our team. This full-time position is located at the Children’s Administration in Yakima.
This vacancy is located at our Yakima Office, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (Saturday and Sunday off).
Are you ready to put your secretarial skills to work? Do you enjoy providing secretarial services and assistance to supervisors and staff? Here’s your opportunity to do just that!
DUTIES:
Some of the duties
The Secretary Senior in this office is the primary point of contact for directing callers, and assisting customers at the front counter. This person will perform detailed secretarial duties with minimal supervision; provide secretarial services and assistance to relieve day-to-day secretarial duties from supervisor and/or staff member’s own work; and maintain filing systems, data bases, tracking logs, and computer programs.
Working as a Secretary Senior, this person provides reception duties; screen calls and visitors; and works collaboratively with a team to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. This person will also provide internal and external customer services to a diverse population; maintain state vehicle logs and ensure routine maintenance is completed; monitor new requests, and obtain birth certificates, social security cards, and social security verifications; and make travel accommodations for Region 1 clients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Who should apply
People who have graduated from high school or equivalent; and have two years of increasingly responsible office experience requiring keyboarding or typing.
Here’s what we’re looking for
We would like to find someone who:
Can type 50 words per minute
Can operate office equipment (fax machine, copy machine, multi-line switchboard)
Is able to communicate with a diverse group of people with sensitivity and professionalism
Can communicate effectively and respectfully with clients, co-workers, and supervisor (both verbally and in writing) Will maintain client confidentiality
NOTE: Proof of education will be required at the time of the interview
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Who we are
The Children’s Administration is the public child welfare agency for the State of Washington. Our staff works with children and families to identify their needs and develop a plan for services that support families and assure the safety and well-being of children. These services are designed to reduce the risk of abuse, find safe alternatives to out-of-home placement and assure safety and permanency for children in out-of-home care.
To learn more about the Children’s Administration and how our Secretary Seniors make a difference in transforming lives visit https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca online.
At Children’s Administration, you will enjoy a rewarding career with impressive benefits designed to help you maintain a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family, including:
Major Medical • Dental • Vision • Optional Medical Flexible Spending Account • Long-
term Disability • Retirement and other savings plan options • Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Vacation & Holidays • Continuing Education
See the Benefits tab for more details. Benefits apply to full-time and most part-time employees.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Laurie Walker at (509) 565-4328. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
If you have questions about this exciting opportunity, please contact Laurie Walker at (509) 565-4328 or Laurie.Walker@dshs.wa.gov.
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1201838
Dept. of Social and Health Services
State of Washington
Dept. of Social and Health Services invites applications for the position of:
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 3 - Executive Secretary
06935
SALARY: $2,676.00 - $3,478.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 07/23/15
CLOSING DATE: 07/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Children's Administration is currently recruiting for a dynamic, motivated and culturally competent Administrative Assistant 3 - Executive Secretary, located in Olympia, WA.
DUTIES:
The administrative assistant reports directly to the Director and assists the Director in confidential and executive administrative matters. This position is often the first representative from the Division to interact with Children’s Administration stakeholders and major partners including organizations such as Casey Family Programs, Treehouse for Kids, Mockingbird Society and the University of Washington, School of Social Work. This position interacts and confers about projects and programs with staff from state agencies including the Governor’s Office, tribal governments, the Office of Financial Management and the Attorney General’s Office. The position also works with Federal Region X staff in Seattle and Washington D.C.
The administrative assistant
· coordinates the preparation of major projects and assignments
· assigns work to staff
· monitors for quality and completeness
· reviews responses to priority projects
This position works with other intra- and inter-agency staff in the preparation of projects and reports and conducts research on up-coming or on-going projects. This position represents the Director at meetings with stakeholders and partners and attends other functions on behalf of and along with the Director. The position prepares correspondence for the Director and exercises signature authority on administrative matters. The position keeps the Director apprised of key issues. The position may investigate operating methods and procedures used in other agencies to improve methods within the administration. The position receives and confers with official visitors and the public as requested by the Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
High School graduation or GED
AND
Five years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work
OR
Formal education will substitute year-for-year for experience
Desirable Skills and Abilities:
· Knowledge of office procedures and practices; business management practices, research methods and data collections; communication and correspondence practices
· Ability to work independently; read, understand and interpret policies and procedures; develop written reports; work effectively with others;
· Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills; ability to write and speak clearly and maintain appropriate internal and external sharing of information
· Advanced computer skills, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and the Internet; also required are excellent typing, editing, grammar and phone skills
· Taking calculated risks and accepting responsibility for decisions
· Planning and prioritizing work to meet internal and external deadlines
· Knowledge of State government organization and administrative procedures; Federal and local government functions; State and agency functional and personnel policies
· Ability to speak before groups effectively; compile written reports; obtain the cooperation of other departments and other government agencies; work effectively with others
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
*Carefully review your application before submitting.*
Please note that initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.
TO APPLY: Please attach a Letter of Interest explaining why you are the most qualified candidate for this Secretary Senior position and how you meet the required skills and abilities as outlined in the qualifications section.
**Applications submitted without the Letter of Interest will be disqualified from further consideration.
NOTE: This position is covered by a union security provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees, or pay other representational fees within the first 30 days of employment.
Successful completion of a background check is required for employees and applicants considered for selected positions within DSHS. Employees/applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background check. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions about this recruitment, please contact the Staffing Specialist, Chris Williams, christine.williams@dshs.wa.gov or (425) 793-5763, and reference *06935*.
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1199877
Dept. of Social and Health Services invites applications for the position of:
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 3 - Executive Secretary
06935
SALARY: $2,676.00 - $3,478.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 07/23/15
CLOSING DATE: 07/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Children's Administration is currently recruiting for a dynamic, motivated and culturally competent Administrative Assistant 3 - Executive Secretary, located in Olympia, WA.
DUTIES:
The administrative assistant reports directly to the Director and assists the Director in confidential and executive administrative matters. This position is often the first representative from the Division to interact with Children’s Administration stakeholders and major partners including organizations such as Casey Family Programs, Treehouse for Kids, Mockingbird Society and the University of Washington, School of Social Work. This position interacts and confers about projects and programs with staff from state agencies including the Governor’s Office, tribal governments, the Office of Financial Management and the Attorney General’s Office. The position also works with Federal Region X staff in Seattle and Washington D.C.
The administrative assistant
· coordinates the preparation of major projects and assignments
· assigns work to staff
· monitors for quality and completeness
· reviews responses to priority projects
This position works with other intra- and inter-agency staff in the preparation of projects and reports and conducts research on up-coming or on-going projects. This position represents the Director at meetings with stakeholders and partners and attends other functions on behalf of and along with the Director. The position prepares correspondence for the Director and exercises signature authority on administrative matters. The position keeps the Director apprised of key issues. The position may investigate operating methods and procedures used in other agencies to improve methods within the administration. The position receives and confers with official visitors and the public as requested by the Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
High School graduation or GED
AND
Five years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work
OR
Formal education will substitute year-for-year for experience
Desirable Skills and Abilities:
· Knowledge of office procedures and practices; business management practices, research methods and data collections; communication and correspondence practices
· Ability to work independently; read, understand and interpret policies and procedures; develop written reports; work effectively with others;
· Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills; ability to write and speak clearly and maintain appropriate internal and external sharing of information
· Advanced computer skills, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and the Internet; also required are excellent typing, editing, grammar and phone skills
· Taking calculated risks and accepting responsibility for decisions
· Planning and prioritizing work to meet internal and external deadlines
· Knowledge of State government organization and administrative procedures; Federal and local government functions; State and agency functional and personnel policies
· Ability to speak before groups effectively; compile written reports; obtain the cooperation of other departments and other government agencies; work effectively with others
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
*Carefully review your application before submitting.*
Please note that initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.
TO APPLY: Please attach a Letter of Interest explaining why you are the most qualified candidate for this Secretary Senior position and how you meet the required skills and abilities as outlined in the qualifications section.
**Applications submitted without the Letter of Interest will be disqualified from further consideration.
NOTE: This position is covered by a union security provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees, or pay other representational fees within the first 30 days of employment.
Successful completion of a background check is required for employees and applicants considered for selected positions within DSHS. Employees/applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background check. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions about this recruitment, please contact the Staffing Specialist, Chris Williams, christine.williams@dshs.wa.gov or (425) 793-5763, and reference *06935*.
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1199877
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Department of Social Health Services (Spokane, WA)
Secretary Senior 04682
SALARY: $2,266.00 - $2,920.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 05/15/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/24/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Children's Administration is currently recruiting for a dynamic and motivated Secretary Senior with the Division of Children and Family Services office located in Spokane.
DUTIES:
Within the Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Children and Family Services, Spokane office, this Secretary Senior performs complex secretarial duties such as independently planning, organizing, and prioritizing work, monitoring and evaluating budget(s) status and initiating corrections. Developing travel itineraries, compiling reports, studies, and/or applications. Developing, modifying, and or maintaining data base management, office record keeping, or filing systems. Establish office procedures, standards, priorities, and deadlines. Coordinate office operations. Initiate action to ensure work unit and/or office goals are met. Will have frequent contact with clients, public, staff members from other departments, students, and faculty.
Assignments and projects are of a complex nature. Substantive knowledge of a variety of regulations, rules, policies, procedures, processes, materials, or equipment is required to independently perform the complex secretarial assignments. Problems are resolved by choosing from established procedures and/or devising work methods. Guidance is available for new or unusual situations. Deviation from established parameters requires approval. Work is periodically reviewed to verify compliance with established policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School graduation or equivalent and two years of increasingly responsible office experience requiring keyboarding and typing speed of greater than 50 words per minute.
Experience with Excel, Outlook, and Word and general knowledge of standard office equipment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
*Carefully review your application before submitting.*
Initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.
**As part of the application process, please attach a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications for this position to your on-line application BEFORE you submit your application to this job posting.
Applications that do not have a cover letter attached and identified may be disqualified from further consideration to this posting.
NOTE TO APPLICANT:
Successful completion of a background check is required for employees and applicants considered for selected positions within DSHS. Employees/applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background check. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions about this recruitment please contact Patti Palmer at 509-249-6014 or patti.palmer@dshs.wa.gov.
SALARY: $2,266.00 - $2,920.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 05/15/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/24/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Children's Administration is currently recruiting for a dynamic and motivated Secretary Senior with the Division of Children and Family Services office located in Spokane.
DUTIES:
Within the Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Children and Family Services, Spokane office, this Secretary Senior performs complex secretarial duties such as independently planning, organizing, and prioritizing work, monitoring and evaluating budget(s) status and initiating corrections. Developing travel itineraries, compiling reports, studies, and/or applications. Developing, modifying, and or maintaining data base management, office record keeping, or filing systems. Establish office procedures, standards, priorities, and deadlines. Coordinate office operations. Initiate action to ensure work unit and/or office goals are met. Will have frequent contact with clients, public, staff members from other departments, students, and faculty.
Assignments and projects are of a complex nature. Substantive knowledge of a variety of regulations, rules, policies, procedures, processes, materials, or equipment is required to independently perform the complex secretarial assignments. Problems are resolved by choosing from established procedures and/or devising work methods. Guidance is available for new or unusual situations. Deviation from established parameters requires approval. Work is periodically reviewed to verify compliance with established policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School graduation or equivalent and two years of increasingly responsible office experience requiring keyboarding and typing speed of greater than 50 words per minute.
Experience with Excel, Outlook, and Word and general knowledge of standard office equipment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
*Carefully review your application before submitting.*
Initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.
**As part of the application process, please attach a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications for this position to your on-line application BEFORE you submit your application to this job posting.
Applications that do not have a cover letter attached and identified may be disqualified from further consideration to this posting.
NOTE TO APPLICANT:
Successful completion of a background check is required for employees and applicants considered for selected positions within DSHS. Employees/applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background check. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions about this recruitment please contact Patti Palmer at 509-249-6014 or patti.palmer@dshs.wa.gov.
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Working for Washington State - Attorney General's Office
Attorney General's Office invites applications for the position of:
Legal Secretary 2, Regional Services Division, Attorney General's office
SALARY: $2,724.00 - $3,549.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 04/29/15
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
DESCRIPTION:
Agency Information
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The mission of the Office is to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to officials, agencies, and citizens of the state of Washington. The Office is comprised of over 500 attorneys and 700 professional staff.
The Bellingham office represents:
Department of Social and Health Services in juvenile litigation in Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan counties, as well as licensing of facilities such as for Foster Care providers.
Department of Early Learning in child care licensing matters.
The Department of Labor and Industries in Workers Compensation matters.
The Department of Employment Security in unemployment compensation appeals.
The Department of Licensing in driver’s license revocation and suspension matters.
Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham Technical College, Skagit Valley College, and Educational Service District 189.
Legal Services Provided:
The office provides representation to its clients through both litigation and client advice. Litigation includes hearings and trials in juvenile court and superior court, administrative hearings under the Administrative Procedures Act, and in federal court. Client advice is provided to clients on a broad range of subjects, particularly in the representation of education clients. Attorneys are also responsible for handling cases appealed to the Court of Appeals and Washington Supreme Court.
This office's Consumer Resource Center (CRC) combined with the other Regional CRCs, handle an average of 55,000 calls, greet nearly 1,500 walk-in consumers and process 25,000 written consumer complaints. As a result of the informal mediation of the 25,000 written consumer complaints, the CRCs help return more than $6 million to the consumers of the state each year.
The Opportunity
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Legal Secretary 2 in our Regional Services Division. This position is located in Bellingham. Please note there is the possibility of an in-training from the Legal Secretary 1 level.
Salary
The salary listed above is for the Legal Secretary 2 level. Applicants qualifying at the Legal Secretary 1 level will start at a salary range 38 ($30,504 - $39,516 annually) and after successful completion of the in-training will move to the Legal Secretary 2 range.
DUTIES:
This position provides specialized legal secretarial support requiring a high degree of knowledge of legal concepts and issues. The incumbent will support up to nine Assistant Attorneys General. In addition, the incumbent shall perform entry level paralegal support at
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1135380[4/30/2015 8:20:50 AM]
least 25% to 40% of the time.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
· Drafts and types various pleadings for hearing or trial per attorney direction;
· Ensures the proper and timely filing and serving of legal pleadings in the appropriate courts and on the various parties, including
service of parents via legal publication;
· Assist AAG in preparation of trial notebooks;
· Schedule witnesses for trial;
· Draft correspondence and memoranda;
· Schedules telephone conferences, depositions, court hearings/trials and meetings;
· Arranges for court reporters and confirms court reporters and hearings; · Work closely with AAG for filing documents with the Court of Appeals;
· Assist AAG in the typing and preparing of court of appeals briefs by using the AGO TOC/TOA formatting, which shall also include checking citations and ensuring that the documents are in the proper format per the court rules;
· Organize and maintain litigation files and track case status;
· Open case files using office procedure and case management system rules;
· Enter into the Case Management System/Law Manager all court/calendar dates; tickle dates and documents; · Maintains AAG calendars on Outlook;
· Maintains telephone contact with other attorneys, parties, witnesses and client agencies;
· Reviews and distributes incoming mail, faxes and deliveries per AGO Critical Events policies and procedures.
Paralegal duties include, but are not limited to:
· Prepare pleadings including: Notices of intent to offer documents under ER 904(b); drug/alcohol, medical & mental health release of records paperwork; subpoenas/subpoenas duces tecum; witness & exhibit list for trial; and other pleadings as needed;
· Research various newspaper publications for the lowest cost for service by legal publication;
· Research various court rules for correct procedures and requirements to properly format legal documents;
· Assist AAG in preparation of trial notebooks;
· Attempt to locate addresses and phone numbers of parents and potential witnesses through internet phone book sites, and other Internet search engines;
· Schedule witnesses for trial;
· Occasionally call and interview witnesses regarding their knowledge of the case and need for testifying at trial; · Run criminal history checks, SCOMIS checks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify at the Legal Secretary 2 level:
Option1:
Associate of Arts degree in Legal Secretarial Science or equivalent degree from an accredited college (90 total quarter credit hours or equivalency, with at least 20 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses) or Legal Secretary Certificate from an accredited vocational institute.
AND
In addition to the above paragraph, one year of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeals Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Option 2:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency and two years clerical typing, or stenographic experience and two years of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeals Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Completion of a Legal Secretarial Course offered by a community college or business school (45 total quarter credit hours or equivalency in semester hours, with at least 10 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses) may be substituted for the two years of clerical, typing or stenographic experience.
Option 3:
One year as a Legal Secretary 1.
To qualify at the Legal Secretary 1 level:
Option 1:
Associate of Arts degree in Legal Secretarial Science or equivalent degree from an accredited college (90 total quarter credit hours or equivalency, with at least 20 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses).
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Or
Legal Secretary Certificate or equivalent certificate from an accredited vocational institute.
Option 2:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency PLUS one year of clerical or keyboarding, PLUS one year of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeal Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Completion of a Legal Secretarial Course offered by a community college or business school (45 total quarter credit hours or equivalency in semester hours, with at least 10 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses), may be substituted for one year of clerical, keyboarding experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Note: Applicants for legal secretary positions with the Attorney General’s Office are required to take a skills assessment prior to appointment to a position in our agency.
This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied. First review of applications is expected to occur on 5/6/2015 and will be ongoing. It is in the applicants’ best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
Application Instructions:
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile field in order to be considered for this position:
A letter of interest, describing specific qualifications for the position;
A current resume, detailing experience, education, and current salary;
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
Carefully review your application before submitting.
You may NOT reapply to this posting for 30 days.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and the supplemental questionnaire.
A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring this announcement in an alternative format may contact Tracy Robinson at (360) 586-7693 or Washington Relay Service at (800) 676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
For questions about this recruitment or assistance with the application process please contact Judith Vandergeest (360) 586-7691 or judithv@atg.wa.gov.
For more information regarding the checklist please follow this link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1135380[4/30/2015 8:20:50 AM]
Legal Secretary 2, Regional Services Division, Attorney General's office
SALARY: $2,724.00 - $3,549.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 04/29/15
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
DESCRIPTION:
Agency Information
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The mission of the Office is to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to officials, agencies, and citizens of the state of Washington. The Office is comprised of over 500 attorneys and 700 professional staff.
The Bellingham office represents:
Department of Social and Health Services in juvenile litigation in Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan counties, as well as licensing of facilities such as for Foster Care providers.
Department of Early Learning in child care licensing matters.
The Department of Labor and Industries in Workers Compensation matters.
The Department of Employment Security in unemployment compensation appeals.
The Department of Licensing in driver’s license revocation and suspension matters.
Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham Technical College, Skagit Valley College, and Educational Service District 189.
Legal Services Provided:
The office provides representation to its clients through both litigation and client advice. Litigation includes hearings and trials in juvenile court and superior court, administrative hearings under the Administrative Procedures Act, and in federal court. Client advice is provided to clients on a broad range of subjects, particularly in the representation of education clients. Attorneys are also responsible for handling cases appealed to the Court of Appeals and Washington Supreme Court.
This office's Consumer Resource Center (CRC) combined with the other Regional CRCs, handle an average of 55,000 calls, greet nearly 1,500 walk-in consumers and process 25,000 written consumer complaints. As a result of the informal mediation of the 25,000 written consumer complaints, the CRCs help return more than $6 million to the consumers of the state each year.
The Opportunity
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Legal Secretary 2 in our Regional Services Division. This position is located in Bellingham. Please note there is the possibility of an in-training from the Legal Secretary 1 level.
Salary
The salary listed above is for the Legal Secretary 2 level. Applicants qualifying at the Legal Secretary 1 level will start at a salary range 38 ($30,504 - $39,516 annually) and after successful completion of the in-training will move to the Legal Secretary 2 range.
DUTIES:
This position provides specialized legal secretarial support requiring a high degree of knowledge of legal concepts and issues. The incumbent will support up to nine Assistant Attorneys General. In addition, the incumbent shall perform entry level paralegal support at
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least 25% to 40% of the time.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
· Drafts and types various pleadings for hearing or trial per attorney direction;
· Ensures the proper and timely filing and serving of legal pleadings in the appropriate courts and on the various parties, including
service of parents via legal publication;
· Assist AAG in preparation of trial notebooks;
· Schedule witnesses for trial;
· Draft correspondence and memoranda;
· Schedules telephone conferences, depositions, court hearings/trials and meetings;
· Arranges for court reporters and confirms court reporters and hearings; · Work closely with AAG for filing documents with the Court of Appeals;
· Assist AAG in the typing and preparing of court of appeals briefs by using the AGO TOC/TOA formatting, which shall also include checking citations and ensuring that the documents are in the proper format per the court rules;
· Organize and maintain litigation files and track case status;
· Open case files using office procedure and case management system rules;
· Enter into the Case Management System/Law Manager all court/calendar dates; tickle dates and documents; · Maintains AAG calendars on Outlook;
· Maintains telephone contact with other attorneys, parties, witnesses and client agencies;
· Reviews and distributes incoming mail, faxes and deliveries per AGO Critical Events policies and procedures.
Paralegal duties include, but are not limited to:
· Prepare pleadings including: Notices of intent to offer documents under ER 904(b); drug/alcohol, medical & mental health release of records paperwork; subpoenas/subpoenas duces tecum; witness & exhibit list for trial; and other pleadings as needed;
· Research various newspaper publications for the lowest cost for service by legal publication;
· Research various court rules for correct procedures and requirements to properly format legal documents;
· Assist AAG in preparation of trial notebooks;
· Attempt to locate addresses and phone numbers of parents and potential witnesses through internet phone book sites, and other Internet search engines;
· Schedule witnesses for trial;
· Occasionally call and interview witnesses regarding their knowledge of the case and need for testifying at trial; · Run criminal history checks, SCOMIS checks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify at the Legal Secretary 2 level:
Option1:
Associate of Arts degree in Legal Secretarial Science or equivalent degree from an accredited college (90 total quarter credit hours or equivalency, with at least 20 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses) or Legal Secretary Certificate from an accredited vocational institute.
AND
In addition to the above paragraph, one year of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeals Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Option 2:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency and two years clerical typing, or stenographic experience and two years of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeals Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Completion of a Legal Secretarial Course offered by a community college or business school (45 total quarter credit hours or equivalency in semester hours, with at least 10 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses) may be substituted for the two years of clerical, typing or stenographic experience.
Option 3:
One year as a Legal Secretary 1.
To qualify at the Legal Secretary 1 level:
Option 1:
Associate of Arts degree in Legal Secretarial Science or equivalent degree from an accredited college (90 total quarter credit hours or equivalency, with at least 20 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses).
Job Bulletin
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1135380[4/30/2015 8:20:50 AM]
Or
Legal Secretary Certificate or equivalent certificate from an accredited vocational institute.
Option 2:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency PLUS one year of clerical or keyboarding, PLUS one year of legal secretarial experience for an attorney, Administrative Law Judge, Industrial Appeal Judge, review judge or equivalent.
Completion of a Legal Secretarial Course offered by a community college or business school (45 total quarter credit hours or equivalency in semester hours, with at least 10 quarter credit hours or equivalency in Legal Courses), may be substituted for one year of clerical, keyboarding experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Note: Applicants for legal secretary positions with the Attorney General’s Office are required to take a skills assessment prior to appointment to a position in our agency.
This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied. First review of applications is expected to occur on 5/6/2015 and will be ongoing. It is in the applicants’ best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
Application Instructions:
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile field in order to be considered for this position:
A letter of interest, describing specific qualifications for the position;
A current resume, detailing experience, education, and current salary;
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
Carefully review your application before submitting.
You may NOT reapply to this posting for 30 days.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and the supplemental questionnaire.
A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring this announcement in an alternative format may contact Tracy Robinson at (360) 586-7693 or Washington Relay Service at (800) 676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
For questions about this recruitment or assistance with the application process please contact Judith Vandergeest (360) 586-7691 or judithv@atg.wa.gov.
For more information regarding the checklist please follow this link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1135380[4/30/2015 8:20:50 AM]
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Working for Washington State
If you would like to see more information about these positions please click each link below:
Board of Tax Appeals:
Executive Director
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130250[4/23/2015 4:42:44 PM]
Parks and Recreation Commission:
Capital Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124876[4/23/2015 4:54:15 PM]
Office of Financial Management
One Washington Project Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130916[4/23/2015 4:48:03 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Customer Support Specialist
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1126686[4/23/2015 4:57:01 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Forms and Records Analyst
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130468[4/23/2015 4:43:20 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Senior Secretary
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130153[4/23/2015 4:42:10 PM]
Department of Labor & Industries
Revenue Agent
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1129407[4/23/2015 4:55:36 PM]
Military Department
EMD Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1040485[4/16/2015 11:15:55 AM]
Department of Commerce
Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1129023[4/23/2015 4:41:38 PM]
Department of Transportation
Communications Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124697[4/23/2015 4:51:45 PM]
Washington Diary Products Commission
Senior Director of Communications
http://www.havemilk.com/our-organization/employment-opportunity
Board of Tax Appeals:
Executive Director
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130250[4/23/2015 4:42:44 PM]
Parks and Recreation Commission:
Capital Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124876[4/23/2015 4:54:15 PM]
Office of Financial Management
One Washington Project Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130916[4/23/2015 4:48:03 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Customer Support Specialist
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1126686[4/23/2015 4:57:01 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Forms and Records Analyst
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130468[4/23/2015 4:43:20 PM]
Department of Social Health Services
Senior Secretary
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1130153[4/23/2015 4:42:10 PM]
Department of Labor & Industries
Revenue Agent
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1129407[4/23/2015 4:55:36 PM]
Military Department
EMD Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1040485[4/16/2015 11:15:55 AM]
Department of Commerce
Budget Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1129023[4/23/2015 4:41:38 PM]
Department of Transportation
Communications Manager
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124697[4/23/2015 4:51:45 PM]
Washington Diary Products Commission
Senior Director of Communications
http://www.havemilk.com/our-organization/employment-opportunity
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