Paralegal I

This position is EXEMPT from the State of Delaware Merit System.

Recruitment #110424-J65451-20100

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Summary Statement

This is paraprofessional legal work involving administrative and judicial proceedings within the Office of Disciplinary Counsel of the Delaware Supreme Court.  The incumbent will report to Disciplinary Counsel and is responsible for reviewing and researching legal issues; documenting and preparing legal correspondence; preparing court forms, orders, opinions and other documents.  Work priorities are self-determined to ensure that case deadlines are met.  An employee will become eligible for consideration to move to the next level of the career ladder – Paralegal II – after one year within this classification, once he or she meets the minimum qualifications and performance requirements for the higher level and possesses the ability to perform at that level.  

Preferred Qualification

Paralegal certificate preferred but not required. 

Essential Functions

1. Establishes and maintains case files.
2. Reviews legal/court documents for completeness and accuracy.
3. Compiles and evaluates facts to complete program, legal, and/or court documents.
4. Provides administrative reports and recommendations for new/revised operating policies/procedures.
5. Reviews state and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance of legal actions/processes. 

Job Requirements

1. Six months experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
2. Advanced skills using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel). 
3. Six months experience in data collection which includes collecting, compiling and maintaining data from multiple sources such as files, records, databases, customers, staff or others.
4. Six months experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
5. Knowledge of legal terminology.
6. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, in written and oral communications. 

Conditions of Hire

• A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
• Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire. 

Benefits

• Full time employees are eligible for FREE parking!!!
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Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.


Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

• Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phrase of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302)739-5458.  TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Services Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  
• The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.   


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Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet.
Contact us via conventional means. For further assistance, you may contact us by phone at (302) 739-5458, or e-mail at jobs@delaware.gov.