Paralegal

Job Summary Join the Office of General Counsel as a Paralegal and play a key role in supporting a wide range of legal matters across the District. In this position, you will assist with investigations, litigation support, subpoena responses, garnishments, legal research, case management, and the preparation of legal documents. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys and stakeholders across the organization while contributing to legal compliance, risk management, and the District's mission. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Essential Functions Litigation-related paralegal functions (30%) Designs, formats and edits moderately complex to complex legal documents. Composes and develops basic original documents, memoranda, correspondence and reports. Performs basic to moderately complex legal research and analysis of sources and reference material, and drafts memoranda, legal summaries and reports based on research findings. Calendars important dates related to the progress of cases, submission of documents, and court/hearing appearances. Gathers and organizes discovery documents and exhibits in support of dispositive motions under the supervision of the District's in-house attorneys and in collaboration with outside counsel. Serves and files legal papers and responses, in compliance with local and federal court rules. Coordinates receipt of legal service of process on behalf of MCCCD, and confirms compliance and identifies deficiencies in service pursuant to MCCCD policies and applicable court rules. Works with outside counsel to coordinate filings and other requirements under applicable laws and regulations. Assists with activities associated with gathering paperwork needed for regulatory bodies. Assists in case management for external hearings. Assists attorneys and regional directors in various legal service programs, such as Title IX and Title VII investigation and compliance activities; reviews legal documents and forms for completeness and conformance to applicable legal codes and conventions. Legal administrative functions (30%) Organizes and/or maintains legal documents, records, files, logs, and case management system, according to established procedures. Maintains and updates statistical records, e-Discovery, and database information; conducts database searches; determines and gathers pertinent information for investigations, litigation, garnishments, subpoenas, and public records responses. Projects (30%) Responds to client inquiries and information requests; addresses routine requests according to procedures and guidelines. Researches response information and/or refers to non-routine requests as required; prepares legal procedural documentation such as user manuals, draft policies, and procedures. Completes projects assigned by attorneys, independently and in collaboration with other staff. Other Duties (10%) Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field and two (2) years of paralegal experience or directly related legal support experience. OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, as described above, sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications Completion of a paralegal or legal assistant certificate program at an accredited college or university that is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years. Experience working in higher education, government, or nonprofit organizations. Familiarity with laws affecting colleges and universities, including employment, student affairs, privacy, and public records matters. Knowledge of litigation support and electronic records management systems. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD. Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Special Working Conditions Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: Possession of a valid State of Arizona Driver License (Class D). Positions in this class typically require: typing, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment. Travel: Travel to various locations within the District may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at View email address on click.appcast.io MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr