Judicial Assistant To The Deputy Commissioner

Title: Judicial Assistant to the Deputy CommissionerState Role Title: Judicial Assistant to the Deputy CommissionerHiring Range: Minimum starting salary $48,865 commensurate with experience. WC is an independent agency which allows us to have a more competitive and unique pay structure. Our positions are not classified under DHRM's pay bands.Pay Band: UGAgency: VA Workers' Compensation CommLocation: VIRGINIA BEACH REGIONAL OFFICEAgency Website: https://workcomp.virginia.gov/Recruitment Type: General Public - GIf you are interested in public service and making a difference in the lives of others, the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission is the place for you.Are you able to work independently at a fast pace scheduling hearings, responding to telephone inquiries, and processing correspondence and documents filed with our agency?

Do you work well with others toward the common goal of serving litigants well? If so, this position might be a great fit for you.The Judicial Assistant works closely with a Deputy Commissioner, who is an administrative law judge, to support quick and accurate responses to motions and to format and proofread Opinions detailing the outcome of cases to injured workers and employers.The Judicial Assistant position is telework eligible with in-office requirements and opportunities to work from home. The Commission is a great place to work, as evidenced by our receipt of the Top Workplace Award for the past three years.

Come join us!Job DutiesThe Judicial Division of the Commission is made up of the Commissioners, the Chief Deputy Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioners, the Clerk's Office, all Regional Offices, the Alternative Dispute Resolution Department (ADR), and the Petition & Order and Judicial Compliance Departments.The Judicial Division provides information about the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act and mediates or adjudicates disputed claims. The Division's primary objective is to hear and decide disputed claims and issues arising under the Act in a prompt, fair and impartial manner, affording due process to all litigants.Contested or controverted workers' compensation claims are referred to the Judicial Division for adjudication. Each contested claim is docketed for hearing, either for an evidentiary hearing or for a decision on the record.

All areas of the state are served by a Deputy Commissioner or Commissioner at least once a month. Foreign language interpreters are provided at evidentiary hearings by the Commission at no cost for non-English speaking litigants and witnesses. The Act requires written decisions in each case.The Judicial Department of the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission in the Virginia Beach Office is seeking a qualified individual who thrives in a team-oriented environment to serve as a Judicial Assistant to a Deputy Commissioner.

The selected candidate will serve as the primary administrative and legal Assistant to one of our Deputy Commissioners. The candidate will independently manage a large volume of tasks; set and manage hearing dockets, and assist with the judicial processing of docketed files assigned to the Deputy Commissioner. In addition, they will maintain and manage physical and digital files pre- and post-hearing and serve as a substitute evidentiary hearing clerks and assist other office staff as needed and assigned.VWC Compensation StructureThis position is classified as a pay grade 6 based on a 14 pay grade scale as part of VWC's compensation structure.Telework StructureOur agency is currently using a hybrid model for teleworking.

Our positions at this time are not 100% teleworking. All candidates would be expected to report to our Headquarters/Regional Office as requested. Telework scheduling is at the discretion of the Manager based on the business needs of the department.

Upon hire, candidates should expect to have all training and orientation conducted at the Headquarters Office.Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission Overview:Led by a Senior Leadership team consisting of three Commissioners, an Executive Director and a Chief Deputy Commissioner. Our mission is to serve injured workers, victims of crimes, employers, and related industries by providing exceptional services, resolving disputes, and faithfully executing the duties entrusted to us by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our vision is to lead the nation as the most effective and innovative state agency.

VWC employees demonstrate seven core values: innovation, respect, accountability, reliability, impartiality, integrity, and effectiveness.We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified state agency that supports Veterans and Members of the Reserves and/or National Guard. If you are a Veteran or Spouse of a Veteran or Active Military Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage diversity within our workforce.

Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission does not provide sponsorship for employment.VWC is the recipient of the following recent awards:* 2023 Top Workplace Richmond Region* 2023 Top USA Workplace* 2023 Top Award for Mid-Sized Companies* 2023 Doers AwardMinimum Qualifications* Administrative support experience to include drafting, revising, and proofreading documents; scheduling; and performing data entry in a related office environment* Experience providing excellent customer service to attorneys, doctors, or other professionals; employees; and the public* Ability to understand legal and ethical concepts and adhere to appropriate standards required* Must have strong, effective interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels* Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail; organize, coordinate, and prioritize assignments; and meet deadlines* Excellent verbal and written English skills including proper spelling, grammar, and punctuationAdditional Considerations* Experience as a paralegal or legal assistant and/or experience performing legal research preferred* Working knowledge of Workers' Compensation practices, procedures, and/or legal terminology preferredSpecial InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.Contact InformationName: Amy HabelPhone: (804) 205-3571Email: amy.habel@workcomp.virginia.govIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.