Paralegal II

Oklahoma Human ServicesOklahoma City, OK

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Paralegal

Annual Salary:

Level Two Q29B $54,140.09 + Full State Employee Benefits

The position does require occasional travel by both public and private conveyance and the ability to drive.Positions in this job family will provide legal administrative support and technical assistance by performing legal work to include conducting legal research, preparing and filing legal documents, preparing correspondence and other client communications, responding to Open Records requests, assisting with trial/hearing preparation, and attending court proceedings.

Minimum Qualifications

Level Two: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of an associate degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field and three (3) years of paralegal or legal assistant experience; or a Certified Paralegal Certification approved by a national association or American Bar Association (ABA) approved program and four (4) years of experience as a paralegal or a legal assistant; or a high school diploma or equivalent education and five (5) years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.

Job Responsibilities

Provides and performs administrative support functions such as establishing and maintaining filing systems for various legal documents and correspondence, inter-office and agency communications related to administrative decisions and/or policy, and other correspondence and documents as requested.
Performs or assists with case management to include case organization, planning, development, and other relevant aspects of case documentation including court exhibits.
Communicates, verbally and in written form, with clients, witnesses, and other interested persons as directed in areas of providing legal information, general information on services or process, scheduling depositions or other types of appointments, and other legal concerns.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of legal documents such as letters, memos, briefs, orders, pleadings, and other legal instruments.
Conducts and analyzes legal research using legal databases, including Westlaw, and reports the findings in verbal or written form.
Files legal documents in state, federal, or administrative court, including electronic filing, ensuring all filing and response deadlines are met by establishing and maintaining tracking system.
Attends, participates, or assists in court proceedings.
Performs or assists in performing specialized duties to include docketing, responding to open records requests, analyzing and reporting investigative/audit/review findings, or other similar duties and functions.
Performs administrative support tasks and duties for attorneys and legal staff such as editing documents, responding to discovery requests, coordinate with others to gather information for administrative actions and court filings. Supervises lower-level staff.

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If you have questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.org

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number: 26-GH142

P108269/JR62816

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FAQs About Paralegal II Jobs at Oklahoma Human Services

What is the work location for this position at Oklahoma Human Services?

This job at Oklahoma Human Services is located in Oklahoma City, OK, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Oklahoma Human Services?

Employer has not shared pay details for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Oklahoma Human Services?

Oklahoma Human Services lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Oklahoma Human Services?

Oklahoma Human Services is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Oklahoma Human Services for this role?

Oklahoma Human Services offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, and Paid Vacation for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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