Legal Assistant 3

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Are you ready to lead with empathy and precision in a fast-paced legal environment? As a Legal Assistant 3, you'll play a key role in guiding individuals through complex court processes, which include providing information on court procedures, starting new cases, and assisting in scheduling court dates. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates with clarity and empathy, and enjoys helping others navigate challenging legal processes with confidence and care.

Why It's a Great Department: 

The Clerk of the Superior Court's work is mostly administrative in nature, providing essential services for the community through maintaining the records of all cases filed in the Superior Court. We are an essential service helping people navigate through unfamiliar territory during challenging times with knowledge and empathy creating safe spaces for residents of the county.

Learn more about the Clerk of Superior Court on our website.

How to be Successful in the Role: 

Success as a Legal Assistant 3 in the Clerk of Superior Court comes from delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, public-facing environment. You will serve as a knowledgeable and professional resource for the public, attorneys, and court staff, providing accurate information, processing complex legal documents, and ensuring each interaction reflects patience, respect, and efficiency. Candidates who are fluent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) will thrive in this environment.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure are essential. You’ll use sound judgment to navigate sensitive or emotionally charged situations while maintaining professionalism and upholding court standards. Those who take pride in helping others, handle high volumes of inquiries with accuracy, and demonstrate empathy and understanding toward individuals from diverse backgrounds will thrive in this role.

Your Future in this Role: 

Your work as a Legal Assistant 3 will make a meaningful difference in the community by ensuring the public receives accurate, timely, and compassionate service. This role also serves as an excellent foundation for future growth within the Clerk of Superior Court and Pierce County. With opportunities for cross-training and skill development across multiple areas of the Clerk’s Office, you’ll gain valuable experience that prepares you for broader responsibilities and career advancement. This position is more than a job; it’s the start of a rewarding and impactful career in public service.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed.  To view the complete classification, click here.

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
• A resume is required for this position. Applications without a resume will not be considered.
• Two or more years of progressive, responsible experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary or related legal staff support function. Training by an accredited vocational school, college or university in the field of legal support work or related area is preferred.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

How to Apply:

Our Recruitment Practices:

This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the position. Pierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style. 

During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews. 

Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity. 

Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment: 

Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service. 

Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.