Legal Assistant 1

This is an internal job posting. Only former Multnomah County employees on an active recall list may apply for this opportunity through this site.

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$25.83 - $36.16 Hourly

Department:

County Chair

Job Type:

Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 24, 2026

The Opportunity:

Multnomah County’s Attorney’s Officeis looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant 1 to join our team. In this essential role, you'll provide critical administrative support that helps our lawyers and paralegals serve the county and its departments. 

What You'll Do:

As a Legal Assistant, you will be the backbone of our office, handling a wide range of tasks that keep our legal work running smoothly. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Administrative Support:Manage office supplies, process invoices, handle new hire paperwork, and maintain essential office templates.

• Legal & Case Management: Assist lawyers and paralegals with e-filing court documents, organizing case files, and proofreading legal documents for accuracy.

• Discovery & Records: Help with e-discovery and public records requests, ensuring information is handled with care and precision.

• Reception & Communication: Serve as the first point of contact for the office, greeting visitors and answering phones. You'll also respond to inquiries from lawyers, witnesses, and the public.

• File Management: Take ownership of the office's filing system, including opening, maintaining, and archiving case files. You'll also process and route tort claim notices and incident files.

• General Office Tasks: Handle mail, faxes, and deliveries; manage office equipment; and assist with other general office duties as needed.

If you're a proactive professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key part in the legal process, we encourage you to apply.

To Qualify:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade

• Experience: One (1) year of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 0-1 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Experience in public sector municipal law.

• Experience working in a legal or professional office setting.

• Experience working in Clio, Everlaw, Westlaw and Google Documents

*Transferable Skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work

experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to

describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Screening and Evaluation 

The Application Packet:

•  A completed online application including a resume and cover letter. If your application does not include these two documents your application will be considered incomplete and not considered further.

• A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities.

• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addresses why you are interested in this position and demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications and the primary responsibilities of this role.  
   

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates. Subject matter experts will evaluate your resume and cover letter based on a rubric that has been built from the qualifications listed in this job announcement and the primary responsibilities of this position.

• Consideration of top candidates through interview/s and/or assignments.

• Reference check of three references with one being a current of former employer.

Additional Details 

Hybrid Telework: This position is designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is the Multnomah Building located at 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, Oregon 97214.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Dale Cornelius

Email:

dale.cornelius@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9395990

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

9002 - Legal Assistant 1 (NR)