Paralegal I/II (03-0421)
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Description: Workplace Alaska is employing Paralegal I/II (03-0421) right now, this career will be settled in Alaska. For detail informations about this career opportunity please read the description below. The Department of Law, Office of the Attorney General, Child Protection Section, is recruiting for a Paralegal I/II (Flexibly staffed) position in the Fairbanks office. Key responsibilities include:
Factual, historical, and legislative research;
Preparing various written documents including research summaries, document analyses, and investigation results;
Drafting or preparing legal pleadings and documents including routine discovery and affidavits;
Legal research;
Assisting with investigations including location of witnesses and conducting informal interviews;
Assisting attorneys in trial and administrative proceedings. The department is recruiting for candidates who qualify at both the entry and full working level of the job class (Paralegal I or II). The actual appointment level will depend upon the background and experience level of the successful candidate. Successful candidates may be eligible for promotion to the higher level upon completion of the training period. The successful candidate should ! have the following:
Familiarity with litigation requiremen! ts and processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, time management, and computer skills
Experience as a paralegal or work in document management, civil litigation, or a related field is desired For more information on the Civil Division and our mission, please review the following web site: http://www.law.state.ak.us/department/civil/civil.html
Minimum Qualifications:
Paralegal I
Three years of clerical or technical experience in a law enforcement or law office environment. Experience should have included performance of case research and/or preparation of routine legal documents. The required experience includes such work as Law Office Assistant I or Criminal Justice Technician with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Certification from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved state paralegal training and education program.
OR
Graduation from an Associ! ate of Arts program in paralegal, criminal justice or legal studies.
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A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and certification in paralegal studies from a recognized program.
OR
Three years in any combination of post secondary education from an accredited college, and clerical or technical experience in a law enforcement or law office environment. Experience should have included performance of case research and/or preparation of routine legal documents. The required experience includes such work as Law Office Assistant I or Criminal Justice Technician with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal 1 month of experience).
Paralegal II
One year of experience as a Paralegal I, Victim/Witness Paralegal I, or Criminal Justice Technician II with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
One year of study at an accredited school of law.
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A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in paralega! l, criminal justice, or legal studies.
Additional Required Information:
FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Paralegal I or Paralegal II level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level I, promotion to the Level II will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.
COVER LETTER A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight any appropriate education and work experience required to meet the minimum qualifications and address the desired traits listed in the posting. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application! , fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Your cover letter will be used as a writing sample.
If you are selected for an interview, at the time of interview please provide the following:
Three professional references with current phone numbers (at least one of the references must be a current or former supervisor).
The two most recent evaluations, if available, or two letters of reference from a current or former employer.
A writing sample.
EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a positi! on. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided ! at the time of interview. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. NOTICE Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email addre! ss is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska . EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at the address above. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information:
Name: Kelly West Title: Law Office Manager II Fax: (907) 465-5419
Email: Kelly.West@alaska.gov
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If you were eligible to this career, please give us your resume, with! salary requirements and a resume to Workplace Alaska.
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This career starts available on: Wed, 03 Jul 2013 18:09:56 GMT
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