Legal Assistant 1

Are you ready to elevate your legal career by becoming a cornerstone of a high-impact team dedicated to upholding the laws of the Commonwealth? The Pennsylvania Governor's Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a Legal Assistant 1 for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Office of Chief Counsel for the Pennsylvania State Police. In this vital role, you will support the Office of Chief Counsel as it provides legal services to the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, which is tasked with the critical mission of enforcing the liquor code and Crimes Code at licensed businesses across Pennsylvania. Join our Pittsburgh office to contribute to a distinguished legacy of public service-apply today!

As a Legal Assistant 1, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys to ensure the intelligent and timely management of their assigned caseloads. Working within the Pittsburgh legal office, you will help address an increased workload and provide assistance with Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) litigation issues. Your primary responsibilities include providing comprehensive clerical and administrative support, such as managing new case intakes, scanning and uploading documentation, and maintaining accurate status updates within office spreadsheets and contact lists. In this role, you will prepare formal correspondence and legal documents for attorney review, coordinate witness instructions for hearings conducted via Microsoft Teams, and maintain organized filing systems. Collaboration will be key, as you will assist PSP headquarters staff in Harrisburg with discovery, the editing of pre-trial and post-trial motions, and the preparation of exhibits and affidavits. Additionally, you will manage office communications through telephone, mail, and resource account e-mails, while utilizing the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's online systems to verify licensing data. By navigating procedural requirements for firearms cases and ensuring adherence to local court rules, you will provide the foundational support necessary for successful litigation and efficient office operations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days per week, subject to the approval of the General Counsel after completion of a 6-month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must obtain a bachelor's degree on or before June 30, 2026.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualification (not required):

• Experience in a legal environment

Legal Requirement

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.