Legal Assistant — Appeals & Case Scheduling

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Legal Assistant 1 in the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals to support judges by reviewing appeals, preparing documents, and maintaining case information. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and professional support within a busy appeals environment.

The position offers full-time hours (37.5/week) with in-office work, potential telework, and a non-negotiable starting salary.

Qualifications

• Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must meet PA residency requirements and be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Appeal Review: Analyze appeals for procedural compliance and recommendations.
• Timeline Tracking: Compute and adjust due dates while monitoring deadlines to ensure timely case processing.
• Scheduling Support: Coordinate hearings, notify involved parties, and produce scheduling letters through case management systems.
• Document Preparation: Arrange subpoenas, orders, and other legal documents for judge review and signature.
• Record Maintenance: Organize electronic and physical records to ensure accuracy and proper labeling.
• Case Processing: Handle legal correspondence, update databases, and file materials in the correct appeal records.

Skills

Clerical experience

Administrative support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Legal Assistant 1 in the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals to support judges by reviewing appeals, preparing documents, and maintaining case information. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and professional support within a busy appeals environment.

The position offers full-time hours (37.5/week) with in-office work, potential telework, and a non-negotiable starting salary.