Legal Assistant 3 (DOH4078)
Location: Tumwater, Washington
Description: Washington State Department of Health is looking of Legal Assistant 3 (DOH4078) right now, this position will be reside in Washington. More complete informations about this position opportunity please read the description below.
The Opportunity
As a Legal Assistant 3, you will support the Department of Health's mission to protect and improve the health of people in Washington State by providing legal expertise to the Division of Heal th Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA) programs and other entities.
Reporting to the Legal Support Staff Manager, you will have the opportunity to perform complex legal support for staff attorneys, case managers, paralegals, and assistant attorneys general (AAG) relating to the disciplinary process. This position also serves as the first point of contact for the Office of Legal Services.
Within HSQA, the Office of Legal Services processes complaints against healthcare providers and facilities, and brings disciplinary action against providers who have engaged in substandard practice or misconduct. We work to enforce disciplinary orders and ensure providers receive due process. HSQA regulates and supports more than 463,000 health professionals in 83 health professions, and 11,000 health groups and programs. Each year we review more than 14,000 complaints and inspect thousands of facilities.
What will you be doing? â€" Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist staff attorneys and paralegals by reviewing, preparing, and serving legal documents according to Department policies and State Court Rules.
- Review incoming documents and pair them with appropriate legal or compliance files.
- Maintain and update all case files for assigned attorneys.
- Provide backup support to other OLS Legal Assistants
- Follow DOH policies and procedures for preparing and tracking legal documents and correspondence.
- Conduct research on behalf of the assistant attorney generals (AAGs) which includes copying, scanning and retrieving background information from databases.
- Facilitate meetings with staff attorneys, paralegals, case managers, investigators, and AAGs to project timelines for filing and service of summary motions.
- Coordinate settlement conferences.
- Update information in the division's enforcement database.
- Respond to questions concerning policies and procedures of the legal office.
- Apply quality improvement thinking and tools to improve accuracy, timeliness, and overall quality.
Required Qualifications
- Option 1:Four years of experience in a legal environment in support of an attorney, administrative law judge, review judge or equivalent.
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- Option 2:A two-year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal Studies or related field of study and2 years of experience working in a legal office.
OR
- Option 3:Bachelor's degree andtwo (2) years of experience working in a legal office.
OR
- Option 4:One year as a Legal Assistant 2.
NOTE: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted and every 5 years thereafter. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
About DOH and our Employer of Choice Initiatives
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) works with federal, state, tribal, and local partners to help people in Washington stay healthy and safe. Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide education to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. To learn more about the agency, visit the DOH website and DOH Infographic (PDF).
DOH is a great place to work and has implemented several "Employer of Choice" initiatives, including:
- We are committed to diversity and inclusion. DOH fosters an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a competent and diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers we serve.
- We have an engaging Wellness@Health program which offers programs that support healthy behaviors and work/life balance. Our program provides wellness education, access to healthy food, physical activity classes, stress relief, and many other resources to support a healthy you.
- We support a healthy work/life balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, and mobile and telework options. (Depending on job duties.)
- We are making exciting steps towards modernizing our workplaceby providing motivating and inspiring workspaces that promote creative thought, innovation, and collaboration among co-workers.
- We have an Infant at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding. Eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers, or legal guardians can bring their infant (6 weeks to 6 months) when returning to work. (Depending on job duties and work location.)
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer. DOH strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of our workforce. Applicants wishing assistance or alternative formats in the process should contact Zach Covington at 360.236.2406, or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $3,123.00 to $4,085.00 /month
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If you were eligible to this position, please give us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Washington State Department of Health.
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This position will be opened on: Tue, 15 May 2018 15:34:17 GMT