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Company Name : Pierce County Washington
Location : Tacoma, WA
Position : Juvenile Court Services Assistant
Job Description : DescriptionFirst review for applications received by 3/20/22.Why This is a Great Opportunity: Pierce County Juvenile Court is an innovative leader in the youth justice field. It is home to where reform policies, practices, and programs are nationally recognized. Pierce County Juvenile Court was one of two sites in the nation to be selected to pursue Probation Transformation in partnership with the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The Juvenile Court system is proud to be a national leader in working with young people and families to address systemic racism and improve outcomes for all people in our community. Even with the successes in our reform journey, we know that there is more work to do as the structure of our current system is designed to produce disparate outcomes for BIPOC children and families, as well as marginalized communities.Do you want to be on the front line of change? Of taking our current efforts to the next level, so that young people are prepared for successful transition into adulthood? And advocate within the system for change that impacts individuals while supporting the development of strong communities?Your passion for leading with compassion, listening, supporting, empowering, providing resources and advocacy to young people and families, will be valued here. We welcome and embrace your diverse perspective and talents. We believe people and systems can change, and together, we will make a powerful impact in the community.Our Guiding PrinciplesWe Practice Gratitude: Put relationships first and be thankful; a readiness to show appreciation for others and return kindness.We Value Differences: Appreciate and embrace differences in opinions, cultures, and experiences.We Maintain a Growth Mindset: Effort and perseverance are important; giving and receiving feedback is critical to improving skills and establishing grit. The focus is on the process; outcomes will follow.We Choose Courage Over Comfort: Willing to face challenging tasks and engage in difficult conversations with grace. We support each other in all times.We Practice Authenticity: Be genuine, speak your truth, and seek understanding of experiences that differ from your own.Your Future in the Role: As the justice system continues to improve and reform, we welcome forward thinking, creative, and compassionate people who thrive working in everchanging and innovative environments.This position has opportunities for professional development, leadership, and training, as well as creating many connections within child welfare, education, mental health, community resources, substance use disorder, poverty and other areas that impact the young people and families we serve.Click here to watch a short video highlighting the transformative work of Pierce County Juvenile Court: https://youtu.be/E-YZEVzoeM8Core Daily Responsibilities: Performs counter and phone work providing information to the public; advises attorneys and other interested parties regarding status of cases and legal procedures; sets schedules for trial and return dates.Provides courtroom assistance to judges and court commissioners.Maintains legal files and case controls; extracts information from files; prepares legal forms and papers; prepares and reviews files for daily contact.Organizes case files in preparation for court trial; prepares new case activity files; prepares court calendar and various court documents and orders; processes and distributes court case files.Reviews legal reports, forms, papers and other records prepared by applicants or other personnel for clarity, completeness, accuracy and conformance with legal requirements.Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Collects, records, and tabulates statistical data and other related information for departmental reports.May perform other related tasks as assigned.This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click here.Strategic Responsibilities and Values: You should be adaptable, forward-thinking, trauma informed, and compassionate, while maintaining the safety, security, and wellbeing of young people under the jurisdiction of Pierce County Juvenile Court. You should support the vision of a safe, connected community where all young people and families are supported and empowered to build on their strengths, so that they can reach their full potential. You should instill hope in those you serve through creating goals, finding pathways, and believing in the possibility of change.Qualifications: Two or more years experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or related clerical support work is required.Additional training or education as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Paralegal or related field may substitute for the recruitment requirements.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: A valid Washington State driver’s license may be required when travel is required of the position. Employees in this classification may be subject to a thorough background investigation and polygraph test prior to employment.Special Requirements: Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, employees in this classification must be fully vaccinated. Your vaccine status will be verified by your supervisor on your first day of employment. If you need information on or wish to seek a medical or religious exemption in accordance with Proclamation 21-14.1, please reach out to Human Resources.Supplemental InformationTo be considered for this opportunity please: 1) Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.2) Attach the following documents to your online application: College transcripts or college diplomaOther documents which you feel would facilitate this process or assist us in determining your suitability for the position. Examples: job performance evaluations, awards, certificates, decorations, etc.Other Important Information: If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any Work Source location and use their computers.Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.This is a competitive selection process. Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written and/or oral examinations, performance examinations, and interviews.Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Please do not contact us regarding the status of your application. You will be contacted once an outcome has been reached. We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from piercecounty.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend an hour or two entering the required information. It may be helpful to you if you print the announcement, gather the information, then enter the information.In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at (253) 798-7480 before the closing date.At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?Job Type: Full-time
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