Paralegal

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

Applicants must be able to work independently and collaboratively towards the same goal as the entire legal division.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

• Possess demonstrable values of Integrity and Honesty
• Personable
• Enthusiastic learner, willing to tackle new projects
• Hard worker
• Work collaboratively with others of varying seniority levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer service mindset
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• 2 years of relevant paralegal experience
• Paralegal certification/degree preferred; may substitute for years of paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of legal processes and responsibilities
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions
• Ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate consequences of decisions across the agency
• Ability to prioritize, re-prioritize, and organize workload in response to evolving division needs
• Should possess a thorough knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
• Ability to simplify complex problems and build solutions
• Attention to detail and accuracy, dedication to confidentiality, and comfortable working in a “need to know” environment
• Capability to own projects, write, and negotiate often under minimal supervision
• Solid understanding of typical Litigation Paralegal tasks
• Grasp and support the same goals as everyone in the Legal Division

REQUIREMENTS: Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies from an American Bar Association approved program at an accredited college or successful completion of a program at an American Bar Association approved paralegal institute. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.10 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Application Question(s):

• Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies from an American Bar Association approved program at an accredited college or successful completion of a program at an American Bar Association approved paralegal institute. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Work Location: In person