Paralegal

Paralegal Position

The Iowa Department of Revenue Property Assessment Appeals Board (PAAB) is seeking a Paralegal.

PAAB hears appeals of property assessments and equalization orders following decisions from local boards of review. PAAB does not value property or independently investigate assessments. PAAB is not part of your local assessor's office or board of review.

In this position you will:

• Work with attorneys to perform legal research and assist with duties such as document review and records collection
• Provide support by maintaining and processing records, responding to requests, preparing case files as needed
• Assist in drafting and proofing a variety of communications
• Attend hearings and record minutes
• Act as the primary point of contact with auditors, attorneys, and taxpayers to provide clarification on issues related to property assessment appeals

Employer Highlights:

The Iowa Department of Revenue is a well-respected employer. We are focused on providing excellent customer service, while offering a wonderful team atmosphere, work-life balance, free parking, and casual attire. We offer a flexible working environment and opportunities to work from home with the ability to work from anywhere in the State of Iowa as long as it is your primary residence. We have a great total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:

• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
• Retirement Investors Club (RIC)
• Flexible Working Environment- Work from Home Opportunities
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance

The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans through the responsible collection and generation of revenue to support the public good. If you're looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you've come to the right place.

Applicants must live within the State of Iowa to qualify for this position.

A background check, including a criminal history check, fingerprint and Iowa tax filing check, will be conducted on the final candidate.

Effective July 1st, 2025, all Department of Revenue staff and their household will not be able to play any Iowa Lottery games.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited paralegal program; OR Two years of full-time work experience as a paralegal or in a similar support capacity under the supervision of a practicing attorney.