What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal I position at County of Tulare?
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies for those County departments that have this position which are Public Defender and District Attorney Offices. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies within these departments, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancies are with the Tulare County District Attorney Office located in Visalia.
Prepare various types of legal documents, such as contracts, liens, motions, pleadings, orders, petitions, briefs, resolutions and ordinances after obtaining necessary facts and background information for review by attorney; review documents for compliance with statutes, court decisions and other legal authorities; assist attorneys in legal research; prepare reports and correspondence, and legal documents such as: drafts of resolutions, ordinances, pleadings, motions, contracts, notices, agreements of sale and lease agreements on real property transactions; interview witnesses; maintain litigation files and provide case and file management; may review escrow agreements and effect necessary modifications; prepare school bond and note documents and forms to call elections; may provide lead supervision of Paralegal I; may represent office at various administrative hearings; may appear in small claims court; may negotiate child support payments with attorneys and/or respondents; may assist attorneys on complex criminal cases.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education/Experience: Completion of an approved paralegal training program OR three (3) years of experience researching and drafting a variety of legal documents, preferably supplemented by course work in legal office practices and business law.
Knowledge of: Legal research methods, drafting legal documents, and opinion writing; filing procedures and legal terminology; legal ethics related to Civil or Criminal procedures; legal office practices and procedures; automated legal research methods and document preparation.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; read and analyze legal documents; collect and examine factual data; understand and apply legal principles and precedents; write accurate, concise legal documents such as motions, pleadings, demand letters, contracts, resolutions, opinions, briefs, recommendations to attorneys; explain legal actions/documents to clients in a courteous, patient, and tactful manner; research legal references; present verbal statements of fact and law; perform computerized legal research; establish effective working relations with attorneys, officials, clients, co-workers, and the general public; follow and give verbal and written instructions; operate a personal computer and related software; organize and maintain litigation files and calendars; learn and apply the practices and procedures of the work unit to which assigned.
License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Criminal Law and skill and ability to prepare complex legal documents and brief with minimal attorney supervision.
Conditions of EmploymentCandidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $46,853 - $57,101
