Law Office Coordinator

Under general direction, plans, coordinates, and directs the administrative support functions of the department; provides advanced level administrative support to management; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Public Defender’s Office. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/human resources/Careers/jobspecs.php

Three years of experience in a legal field, one of which included supervisory responsibility AND a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, criminal justice, or closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
License Or Certificate
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and if required, must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-motivation to seek necessary information and problem-solve
• Experience with data analysis and organizational processes
• Effective interpersonal, diplomatic, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and shift priorities
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• The ability to collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals, both internally and externally

Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Law Office Coordinator position.
Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy, new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective October 1, 2026, the $40.00 fee associated with this background investigation will be paid by the employee (if applicable) and deducted automatically from the first paycheck. Employment is contingent upon the results of the background check, although a record of conviction will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.

1. After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications. Written appeals should be submitted via email to the assigned Human Resources Business Partner using the contact information listed on this job announcement.

2. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will receive an email invitation to take the Supervisory Level online exam administered remotely; notices will be delivered within 1 week from the closing of the recruitment.
This exam link will tentatively be delivered via email the week of November 9, 2026, and…