Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:10/08/24
Division:County Attorney Division
Management Level:Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description: Are you seeking more than a paycheck? Do you want to serve your community in a way that's friendly, composed, and professional?
At Jeffco, we are looking for customer-focused individuals just like you who take pride in their work, have an eye for detail, and believe in a positive attitude. Whether you are coming from a job where travel is mandatory, or leaving a company with an overwhelming schedule, you can find a better quality of life working with the Jeffco community. We offer exciting benefits such as flex time, generous holiday schedules, and regular business hours so you can stay put, spend more time with family, and enjoy all the amenities Jefferson County has to offer!
The Jefferson County Attorney’s Office is seeking a contracts and transactions
Paralegal to provide a high level of strategic support, coordination, and communication for County Attorney staff, County clients and agencies, and elected officials. This position provides primary support to the County Attorney’s transactional team. Prior experience in a legal office providing transactional paralegal support such as monitoring contracts and leases, drafting resolutions and ordinances, preparing real estate documents for closings and managing land use and property tax documents is a plus for this position.
The ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be legal-minded, relentlessly detail oriented, and a team player. The candidate must also have the proven ability to take initiative, move between diverse tasks with ease, and must thrive in a high-energy, collegial environment.
This is a unique opportunity for someone interested in gaining experience in a wide array of transactional practice areas as the work covers different areas of policy matters that directly affect the health, safety and well-being of the County’s residents. If you have a calling to act as a public servant and make a direct impact in the community, we encourage you to apply.
This position offers the opportunity for hybrid work, with remote and in-office options, as well as the opportunity for a four-day work week (Monday - Thursday.) This position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
Target Hiring Range: $29.00-$34.00 USD Hourly Full compensation range of the position: $28.97-$43.45
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills, including Equal Work for Equal Pay considerations.This position will be posted until filled.
Benefits: Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties: - Performing administrative tasks by maintaining client files and drafting documents
- Monitoring contracts and leases for expirations and renewals
- Drafting resolutions and routing documents
- Preparing and organizing documents for real estate closings
- Performing legal research
- Maintaining electronic files
- Managing and processing land use and property tax documents.
- Maintaining notification system and attorney schedule
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications : Associate degree plus a minimum of one year of clerical experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm, corporate legal departments, or government agencies, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Paralegal Certificate at hire or currently enrolled in a paralegal program to be completed within six months of date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
- Prior experience working in a law office or legal department.
- Strong written and oral communication.
- Independent critical thinking and analysis.
- Strong problem-solving aptitude.
- Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office suite (i.e.Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint etc.) Adobe Acrobat Pro and experiment with new software and systems.
- Ability to read and interpret statutes and legislation.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Attention to detail and deadlines.
Additional Information: - Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
- Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions: - County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us
- Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
- Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
Education:Associate's Degree
Experience:Work Experience: Minimum one year
Certifications:Languages:Category:Legal
