Discovery Clerk (Tes) | Criminal Division

With more than 200 attorneys and professional staff, the Seattle City Attorney's Office is one of the largest law offices in Seattle and is the third largest public law office in the state. Our office is committed to making Seattle a safe, healthy, empowered and thriving community for everyone. We strive to address historical injustices within the court system with self-examination and to pursue justice in Seattle with integrity, creativity, and fairness. We believe working transparently, innovatively, and in collaboration with our partners in the community is necessary to achieve outcomes that promote equity, accountability, and healing.

The Criminal Division's administrative team of the Seattle City Attorney's Office is looking for a skilled Administrative Specialist II to temporarily join the largest municipal prosecutor's office in the state of Washington.

The Criminal Division represents the City in prosecuting misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and traffic infractions in Seattle Municipal Court, including driving under the influence, domestic violence, theft, assault, property damage and trespassing. Criminal attorneys rotate through units dedicated to reviewing incident reports and filing cases; trials; and domestic violence cases. Opportunities also exist for attorneys to work in therapeutic courts - Mental Health Court and Veterans Treatment Court. All prosecutors assist in formulating and implementing policies to promote race and social justice equity, including developing potential alternatives to incarceration for criminal offenders.

This Temporary Employment Assignment / OOC assignment is expected to last through June 2024, but may end sooner or be extended depending on business needs.

This position provides key administrative support for the Criminal Division. In this role you will be a key member of the discovery and public records unit in the department. You will:

• Ordering, managing, and dissemination of criminal cases.
• Uploading media evidence to electronic portal.
• Receive, process, and respond to requests for public records in compliance with the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56 for the department.

Handle various special projects at the request of the Criminal Division Operations Manager which may include factual research along with records searches.

Assist with the following as necessary:

• Assist in reception coverage.
• Assist the video specialist.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires two years of clerical support experiences (or a combination of education, training, and/or equivalent experience).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to perform the above listed responsibilities of the position including the ability to:

• Use of effective written and verbal communication.
• Shift priorities and tasks without advanced notice.
• Use technology and problem solve.
• Use good judgement and successfully perform work under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Work independently and as a team player.
• Demonstrate ethics and integrity.
• Manage time and structure day based on work priority and deadlines.

Race and Social Justice Initiative - The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

Compensation and Benefits - This position is part of a stepped salary system with an initial Step 2 placement ($28.00). Advanced initial step placement may be considered under limited circumstances, but step salaries are not subject to negotiation. The full salary range for this position is $28.00 - $31.35 per hour.

As a non-benefited temporary employee, you will receive an additional 5% of your regular hourly rate of pay in lieu of benefits for your first 520 cumulative straight-time hours of worked. You will receive an additional 10% of your regular hourly rate of pay in lieu of benefits for 521- 1040 cumulative straight-time hours. After 1040 straight-time hours you will become eligible for benefits and stop receiving premium pay. Additionally, you accrue sick and safe leave at a rate of one hour per 30 hours worked.

More information about benefits can be found at https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Workplace Environment - The Seattle City Attorney's Office has implemented an Alternative Work Arrangements Policy. Employees will have the option to work a hybrid schedule (2 days in office, 3 days remote). This is subject to change as circumstances dictate.

Background Check - Applicants must successfully pass a background check. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.

Application Process - For your application to be accepted you must:

• Complete the online City Application.
• Attach a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how you meet the above listed qualifications.
• Attach a resume detailing your relevant experience.

Who may apply - This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The Seattle City Attorney's Office encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Questions? Contact our Human Resources team at LAW_HR@seattle.gov.

Employment Type: Temporary - Non-Benefit Eligible