Legal Assistant 2 Job at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, New York, NY

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • New York, NY

Job Description

THE POSITION The Legal Assistant 2 position with the State Workers Insurance Fund in the Office of Chief Counsel offers a chance to support important legal work across the Commonwealth. This role allows you to help produce high-quality documents and assist attorneys with essential case activities. You will join a dedicated team that values accuracy, teamwork, and consistent communication. Step into a role where your organizational skills and attention to detail make a meaningful impact. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports legal operations by preparing documents, maintaining records, and assisting with case activities that protect the interests of the State Workers Insurance Fund. As a Legal Assistant 2, you will perform the following duties: Document Preparation: Draft correspondence and memoranda involving confidential and complex matters Record Maintenance: Organize and update files according to established record plans Subrogation Support: Research claims, gather information, and recommend opening third party subrogation cases Claim Notification: Send notices to claimants, attorneys, and insurance carriers regarding third party liens Invoice Review: Check contract counsel bills and verify calculations, receipts, and compliance with fee policies Case Tracking: Update spreadsheets and case management systems to track assignments and case activity Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employment 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 upon successful completion of the training 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 Harrisburg. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY Minimum Experience and Training Requirements One year as a Legal Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of responsible clerical, investigative or enforcement work including one year of legal clerical support experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required) Six months of experience working with workers' compensation Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time, Second job, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Monday to Friday, 2 days per week

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