Paralegal Senior
Job Summary
Is responsible for direct supervision over Corporation Counsel Paralegals by providing training, guidance, and mentoring. Manages outside counsel communication and relationships. Develops legal procedures for use by Corporation Counsel Paralegals and Professional Staff. Conducts legal research and regularly consults with representatives from outside agencies for case status information. Performs various ad hoc computer operations. May compile, analyze, and report on information from primary and secondary legal sources, assist attorneys in court and perform related clerical procedures as assigned. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be rejected if the following information is not provided at the time of application:
- Thoroughly documented work history
- Transcript with award date - If using to qualify
- Proof of Certificate - If using to qualify
- The application is incomplete in ANY capacity
At the time of application:
1. Possession of a certificate or degree sanctioned by the American Bar Association a Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
2. Have had at least five (5) years of experience as a Paralegal.
Work History
You are required to include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your NEOGOV application. If you have previously included work history on a resume you must transfer your work history into the Work Experience Section prior to applying. Attached resumes will not be reviewed or considered. Please review the job posting, specifically the purpose of the position and the minimum qualifications, prior to answering the work experience question; and note that only related work experience will be considered. NOTE: Provide full detail in the employment history section noting the skills, experience and hours worked per week pertaining to the minimum qualifications.
College Transcripts
If you have completed education higher than a high school diploma or GED, you must attach a copy of your official/unofficial transcript(s) that clearly state the type of degree and date awarded/conferred, institution name, and applicant name; and is in a format that cannot be modified or edited. Your application will not be considered for further review if you have failed to provide this information. Transcripts from outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). This documentation must be attached to your application if you are certifying you have an education higher than high school/GED. NOTE: This section is used for TRANSCRIPTS ONLY.