Job Details for Case Management Assistant
| Court Name/Organization: | Washington Eastern Federal Defenders |
| Overview of the Position: | Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho is now accepting applications for a Case Management Assistant position in Spokane, Washington. The primary practice areas are before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. This organization litigates cases in four locations: Richland, Yakima, and Spokane, WA (all in the Eastern District of Washington) and Coeur d’Alene, ID (District of Idaho). The organization’s main office is in Spokane, Washington, with a branch office in Yakima, Washington. Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho is the Community Defender Organization (see 18 U.S.C. § 3006A(g)(2)(B)) for the Eastern District of Washington and the Northern District of Idaho. The organization is a non-profit corporation funded by a grant from the federal government. Employees of Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho are considered “at will” and are not government employees. The organization provides defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters appointed by the court. |
| Location: | Spokane, WA |
| Opening and Closing Dates: | 08/26/2024 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type: | Permanent |
| Salary: | $54,459 - $61,720 |
| Link to Court Careers Information: | https://fdewi.org/careers.html |
Position Description
The Case Management Assistant (CMA) utilizes the defender data software program to compile, analyze, and maintain case statistics with particular responsibility for the accurate opening and closing of case files, reviewing and finalizing the monthly staff timekeeper, preparing regular and special statistical reports, and preparing weekly caseload reports for attorneys and investigators. The CMA also maintains archived closed case files.
In addition, the CMA provides:
- A variety of front desk and clerical support including, but not limited to, receiving, screening, and directing telephone calls from an eight-line phone system
- Greeting visitors and keeping track of staff arrivals, departures, and destinations on an electronic in-n-out board
- Creating a daily court calendar
- Answering general inquiries to members of the general public, court personnel, and attorneys
- Handling incoming mail/deliveries and processing outgoing mail
- Ordering office supplies
- Performing other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate must believe in this office’s mission to protect the constitutional interests of our indigent clients and communicate with them in a professional and respectful manner. This position is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Qualification
Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have at least three years of experience in public service or a business which provided a knowledge of office clerical procedures. Higher education is preferred.
General Experience
Computer proficiency in MS Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Applicant must have strong organizational skills, set priorities and meet critical deadlines. Applicant must be dependable, punctual, detail-oriented and able to multi-task. Applicant must also possess the ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Spanish language proficiency and law office experience is preferred but not required. Must be fully vaccinated.
Specialized Experience
This office believes true excellence is achieved through collaboration between people of diverse perspectives and shared respect. We therefore ask any who share these beliefs apply for this position.
Benefits
This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits are provided, and salary is payable by direct deposit.
Miscellaneous
Must be fully vaccinated.
How To Apply
Send Resume with letter of interest and three references by electronic submissions in pdf format only to wae_employment@fd.org with the subject line “CMA-SP.”
No telephone calls. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The interview process will be discussed with selected applicants.
Please note, due to fiscal year ending, there could be potential delay to the start/on-boarding date. Current and future positions may be filled from this position announcement. Position subject to the availability of federal funding.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.