Salary

$71,122.08 - $86,372.16 Annually

Location

Everett, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-02385

Department

District Court

Division

District Courts Everett Division

Opening Date

03/10/2025

Closing Date

3/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Benefits
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Description

Snohomish County District Court is seeking to fill the position of Legal Process Assistant

III. The successful candidate will join the District Court Lead Clerks' Team while providing

operational support at the Everett Division.

The Legal Process Assistant III leads and provides guidance to the Legal Process Assistant II, or

assigned staff, through analysis of operations and work productivity, training, support, and a

thorough understanding of procedures and laws that govern courts of limited jurisdiction.

Successful Candidates will have

A commitment to equity and inclusion and ability to work with tact and diplomacy within a

multicultural community and workforce;

The ability to work independently at a high-performance rate while being flexible and

dedicated to the team;

Excellent communication and leadership skills with a passion for public service.

This job posting serves as advertisement for internal promotion of the AFSCME Local

1811-CA District Court membership and internal non-represented District Court

employees. It also serves as an advertisement for all other applicants. When evaluation

of applicants and testing occur, two (2) separate eligibility registries will be created.

Current represented Court employees;
Non-represented court employees and all other applicants

BASIC FUNCTION

To perform complex office work requiring considerable knowledge of district court and/or

juvenile court operations; OR, to assist in the supervision of subordinate level employees.

Maintains, prepares and processes documents and records requiring a considerable in-depth

knowledge of legal requirements, proper format and content.

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Leads employees and provides guidance to subordinates and other employees as required; assigns daily work and trains subordinates as necessary; reviews work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and compliance with instructions, established procedures and laws; handles day to day personnel questions and problems; may relieve the supervisor in his/her absence.
Analyzes and resolves technical problems and questions encountered in the work which subordinate level employees cannot answer; receives, investigates and resolves the publics complaints and problems.
Develops, recommends and implements procedural changes required by changes in the law or court policy; may serve as liaison with other agencies such as the Office of the Administrator of the Courts.
Collects data and prepares reports as required.
Responsible for the collection, balancing and reporting of fines and court costs.

Statement Of Other Job Duties

May initiate and respond to correspondence related to assigned duties.
May perform all the duties of subordinate level employees as required.
Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience working in all phases of related district court and/or juvenile court work; AND, one (1) year of experience in supervision/leading subordinate level employees; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

Additional Information

Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge of

district court practices and procedures
basic bookkeeping practices and procedures
all phases of district court work

Ability to

type accurately
plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate employees as required
maintain financial records
establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors, peers, subordinates and the general public
communicate effectively with people regardless of age, sex or social, economic or cultural background including persons with social or behavioral problems, and communicate with litigants in both supportive and confrontive modes
maintain necessary records and prepare required reports
maintain an overview of complex processes
effectively train, coordinate and evaluate the work of subordinate employees
read, interpret and apply laws, rules, codes and procedures which govern the work unit
understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
operate standard office equipment
critically analyze and solve work related problems
work independently and under pressure, meet deadlines and cope with interruptions
exercise good judgment

SUPERVISION

Employees receive limited supervision from a supervisor or administrative superior as assigned. The supervisor establishes objectives, priorities and deadlines. Employees plan and carry out successive steps and resolve problems in accordance with instructions, policies and accepted practices. Employees are responsible for the accuracy of the work produced by their subordinates.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in the usual office environment and/or in a courtroom.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks.

Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for

this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify

identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

Visit Www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits To Learn More About The Following Benefits.

County Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement
Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Commuting Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Deferred Compensation 457(b)
Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

01

When applying for this position, a cover letter and resume is required. Submittal of a resume does not replace completion of this application. A response of "see attached" may result in your application being disqualified. Did you attach a cover letter and resume?

02

Are you a current employee of Snohomish County District Court represented by AFSCME local 1811-CA?

03

Please explain how you meet or exceed the minimum qualifications.

04

The job requires you to prepare, implement, and train on procedures. Please describe a time when you held responsibility to implement and or train a new process

05

What is the role of a District Court in the State of Washington?

Required Question