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Form of workIf you are interested in this position, you must apply directly to the hiring agency by submitting a resume, writing sample, and three references to the Grievance Board
The West Virginia Public Employees Grievance Board has an immediate professional opportunity for a paralegal in its Charleston office.
The paralegal will work closely with the Grievance Board's five administrative law judges, its executive director, and the Board's three support staff members to support the work of the administrative law judges. The paralegal will schedule proceedings; conduct legal research; draft orders, subpoenas, decision synopses, and correspondence; proofread decisions; perform case reviews; and track case status and deadlines. The paralegal may direct office clerical staff. The paralegal may perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
Knowledge of the broad principles and application of law and procedure in West Virginia.
Knowledge of administrative law and procedure is preferred.
Knowledge of legal citations.
Knowledge of legal research tools.
Ability to gather and interpret pertinent statutory and regulatory provisions and present findings in a logical and persuasive written form.
Ability to work effectively with Administrative Law Judges and other personnel in a legal setting.
Ability to lead personnel engaged in clerical duties.
Ability to understand governmental organization and operation.
Ability to effectively use case management software, imaging software and other business-related programs.
Knowledge of Access database is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Perform data entry in an accurate, effective, and efficient manner.
Ability to recognize and complete time sensitive tasks.
Training: Successful completion of a Paralegal (Legal Assistant) training program.
Substitution: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university OR four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in a legal setting which required performing legal research, reading and interpreting laws and other legal authorities, and preparing legal documents, under the supervision of an attorney, may substitute for the required training OR a combination of training and experience as described above may substitute through an established formula for the required training.
This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the Administrative Rule of the WV Division of Personnel. Therefore, online applications are not accepted for this position. Interested persons must apply directly to the hiring agency as indicated above. Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
