Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant 1The Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with excellent multi-tasking abilities to join our team. Take pride in working for an agency with statewide and national impacts by striving to ensure safe and reliable electric, natural gas, pipeline, motor carrier, rail, telecommunications, water, and wastewater service at reasonable rates for the people of the Commonwealth. Do not miss this exciting opportunity to work in a fast paced and challenging legal environment that provides opportunities to learn and advance and provides a welcoming and supportive work environment.This position supports legal staff by providing a wide range of administrative and legal clerical assistance. The role requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple daily tasks. As a Legal Assistant 1, you will perform the following duties:Document Preparation: Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize briefs, pleadings, and other legal documentsTravel Support: Prepare travel and training forms, compile cost estimates, and arrange travel through the online systemClerical Assistance: Handle mail, answer telephone calls, copy materials, maintain calendars, and manage office equipmentElectronic Submission: Submit legal documents electronically or in person with accuracy and timelinessCourier Tasks: Serve documents and make filings within the downtown Harrisburg walking areaWork Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.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 & EligibilityQualifications:Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements:You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.You must be able to perform essential job functions.How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.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.