Law Clinic Paralegal

Title: Law Clinic Paralegal

VP Area: School of Law

Department: Clinical Law Program

Work Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-Friday

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30 hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

Performs a broad range of support and paralegal duties for Gonzaga School of Law's Clinical Legal Programs as assigned by the Director of clinical law programs and the Office Manager/Assistant to the Director.

Essential Functions:

• 50% - Administrative Support
  • Performs a wide range of complex paralegal duties requiring independent judgment and initiative on assignments that are sensitive in nature.
  • Perform complex word processing tasks such as complex court pleadings, briefs, letters.
  • Manages correspondence for various clinics.
  • Maintains professional and accurate records including confidential reports and information, both in electronic and written format.
  • Scheduling of appointments, calendars, meetings, travel and other events, including the procurement of logistical needs
• 20% - Grant Reporting
  • Prepare grant reports and grant and periodic statistical reports and annual grant renewal applications.
  • Use spreadsheet database software for related grants.
• 20% - Legal Word Processing
  • Ensures that legal documents are prepared according established formats and court procedures.
  • Checks legal citations and references, ensures that legal documents are prepared in accordance with established formats.
  • Files documents electronically in various courts

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

Vocational, Associates, or Technical Degree

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

1 year

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.

Certifications and/or Licensures:

Paralegal Certificate

Skills & Abilities:

• College or course work in paralegal studies
• Proficient in creating table of contents and table or authorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of related experience

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $44,080 - $49,590

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 21.19

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 26.49

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 31.79