Felony Paralegal

Summary

The Island County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time paralegal to join our Criminal Division. Our team of prosecutors and paralegals are dedicated to holding criminals accountable, while ensuring the fundamental guarantees of due process and justice are fulfilled in every case. We strive to set the standard for the highest level of professionalism and ethics for the practice of law in Island County.

All applications must include a cover letter and resume. Position is open until filled.

May be hired at pay grade 8, 9, or 10. Salary depends upon qualifications.

• Grade 8: $22.38
• Grade 9: $24.30
• Grade 10: $26.22

• Provide paralegal support to the Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys of the Felony Division.
• Prepare charging documents and other court documents. File case documents with court and provide to defense when necessary.
• Process police reports and prepare discovery to be provided to defense.
• Maintain case files in online case management system.
• Prepare trial materials.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with professionals, victims, parties, and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of, and experience with, misdemeanor and/or felony cases.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, proper format for legal pleadings and briefs, as well as District Court and Superior Court rules and procedures.
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive material.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong user level computer skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree, Paralegal Certificate, Professional Legal Secretary (PLS), or equivalent work experience.

Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Island County does not provide visa sponsorship.
Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected).

Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available).

Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents.

Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred‑compensation plans are also available).

Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage.

11 paid holidays each year.

Generous Paid Time Off And Washington‑required Sick Leave.

Flexible Spending Account (optional).

Wellness programs.

Employee assistance program.

Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid).

Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee‑paid).

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Island County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full‑time employees. See (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more details.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.