The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (PAO) is seeking an experienced paralegal to join our team in the Economic Crimes Unit (ECU) of the Criminal Division. The ECU handles all levels of economic and property crimes committed throughout King County with an emphasis on legally and factually complex and complicated cases. Our paralegal positions include an independent and active role as part of a collaborative team dedicated to justice. The most competitive candidates will have the ability to exercise sound judgment, have strong attention to detail, experience with a high-volume caseload, and embrace a culture of learning in a dynamic environment.  

We value diversity in our team and embrace the cultural and demographic qualities of the King County community. We work to attract and retain a team that represents the range of backgrounds and perspectives that arise from differences of culture and circumstances. We value the ideas and brilliance that come from lived experience. Candidates with such experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is a Special Duty/Term Limited Temporary assignment funded by COVID-8 relief money, subject to funding approval by King County central budget office and Council. We expect that the assignment will last until the end of 2023 with the possibility of an extension. The employee selected for this position will be able to return to their previous position at the end of the assignment. 

About the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
The Criminal Division is the largest of four divisions and is organized into several different units.  See the Criminal Division Overview for more information. We are guided by our core values of Justice, Integrity, Compassion, Professionalism, and Leadership.
Our mission is to do justice:

• We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.
• We serve our diverse community, support victims and families, and hold individuals accountable.
• We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.

This paralegal position supports three Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys (DPAs) who have vertically managed, high-volume caseloads.  The two HIPRO (High Priority Repeat Offender) DPAs handle burglaries, car thefts, and related crimes committed by prolific repeat offenders.  The Identity Theft DPA handles complex ID theft cases, or cases where the defendant has significant ID theft history.  Providing support to these three DPAs gives this paralegal position the chance to be involved with every stage of the case, from pre-filing to post-sentencing motions practice.  

The paralegal will be expected to:

• Prepare, generate, process, and coordinate service of legal documents, including subpoenas.
• Maintain case management system (Prosecutor by Karpel – PbK) to reflect updated witness information, court dates, discovery dissemination, trial and disposition information, and any other important information that needs to be documented.
• Manage discovery: Review, organize, index, scan/upload, Bates stamp, redact, and prepare voluminous amounts of materials for dissemination that are received in various hard and electronic formats. 
• Manage daily work requests within “MyView” in PbK.
• Assist detectives/prosecutors with processing search warrants per PAO policy.
• Assist prosecutors in all phases of trial preparation, post-sentencing and morning matters.
• Create trial exhibits, redact video and audio recordings, and request and monitor transcript requests. 
• Request jail calls, upload calls in Jail Call Database and review calls as needed.
• Schedule defense interviews.
• Request interpreters or translation services as needed.
• Serve as a liaison with deputy prosecutors, victim advocates, interpreters, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, defense investigators, court personnel, witnesses, victims, and other partner agencies.
• Notify/inform victims, witnesses, and law enforcement of case status; coordinate witness testimony; review and interpret legal documents and explain legal procedures; schedule interviews with attorneys and witnesses; and arrange travel and lodging accommodations for witnesses as needed.
• Assist prosecutors, law enforcement and the court in all aspects of the search warrant process including document review; proofreading; applying any necessary redactions in compliance with GR31; preparing record custodian letters and certifications; providing search warrant numbers; ensuring any attachments and sealing documents are included.
• A successful candidate will possess a desire to learn a wide variety of new skills and be able to adapt to, and work comfortably in, a fast-paced work environment and have knowledge of legal office practices and procedures, particularly in the Criminal Division.  They will be flexible and possess the ability to work both as part of a small team and independently. 
• Perform related work as required.

• Must possess excellent organizational skills, have a high attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in communications with people of diverse backgrounds, including victims, witnesses, law enforcement, and the public in a tactful, diplomatic, patient, and professional manner.
• Must be receptive to instructions, feedback, and coaching.  
• Ability to use independent judgment, exercise initiative, anticipate needs, and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrates strong discernment skills in using discretion when working with confidential information.  
• Analytical and critical thinking skills to make decisions and initiate action.
• Proven time management skills to effectively and accurately handle multiple tasks within short deadlines.
• Flexible and possess the ability to work both as part of a small team and independently,
• Desire and aptitude to learn new concepts, programs, and software on the job.
• Knowledge of legal office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive), Adobe Pro Acrobat; familiarity with Evidence.com and Prosecutor by Karpel (PbK), KC Script, JABS, SAW, JBRS, PeopleMap/Accurint and other criminal justice programs is a plus.
• Knowledge of the legal system; possession of paralegal skills, knowledge of legal terminology and application of laws, rules, and regulations, specifically in the criminal justice system.
• Bilingual skills are desirable.
• Be receptive to instructions, feedback, and coaching.  
• Must have demonstrated predictable, reliable and timely attendance.  
• Any combination of experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.  
• Active participation in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions.  Provide support for the Equity and Social Justice policy and principles and work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement are requisite.

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The Prosecuting Attorney's Office is dedicated to making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Prosecuting Attorney's Office' employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.

As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:

• submit proof of vaccination, or
• have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.