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Paralegal III - Policy and Regulatory

State of Delaware
Dover, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

Introduction

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy uses an integrated approach of applied science, education, policy development, and incentives to address Delaware’s climate, energy, and coastal challenges.

Summary Statement

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy is seeking a paralegal to provide support to the Division on policy and regulatory issues. This position provides clerical / administrative support; monitors, reviews and conducts research on relevant state and federal code, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance; organizes and maintains documentation in paper or electronic filing systems; writes or summarizes reports; and drafts correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, agreements and Requests for Proposals.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

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

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Paralegal III Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :

  • Two years experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
  • Two years experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
  • Two years experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  • One year experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
  • One year experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
  • Additional Posting Information

    The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s . More information will be shared at the time of interview.

    Conditions of Hire

    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

    DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

    As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

    Benefits

    Salary : $45,798

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