Energy - Paralegal

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow's energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.
ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. Provides support to corporate governance and regulatory attorneys and other legal department team members by performing factual research, assembling filings, finalizing pleadings and associated attachments/exhibits, files documents with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC), may monitor federal and state regulatory proceedings, calendars deadlines, and prepares materials for and attends ERCOT committee and Board meetings. This role assists in drafting legal documents, handles Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) case management, and administers annual ERCOT Membership Application and Agreement process and annual Membership meeting.
Provides backup support for other paralegals and specialists within the department, which requires cross-training on other roles, functions, and responsibilities.
Works closely with committee attorney, executives, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to review and finalize public committee materials for posting to ERCOT.com. Will be responsible for uploading and publishing public and executive session materials.
Attends committee meetings and manages overseeing podium responsibilities during general and executive sessions Board meetings to facilitate seamless presentation of materials. Provides backup support to the primary paralegal responsible for presentation of materials during Board meetings.
Prepares Market Notice regarding the annual ERCOT Membership Application process and calendars related deadlines.
Coordinates and collaborates with ERCOT's Market Rules team regarding deadlines and status of applications.
Reviews, processes, and finalizes submitted Membership application. Manages the Membership email mailbox and responds by email or telephone to Membership applicants in a professional and timely manner. Escalates complex application issues to the responsible attorney.
Liaises with ERCOT's Treasury team regarding receipt of Membership application payment. May correspond with counsel who represent applicants on application issues and/or coordination of general application processing and/or payment.
Assists with planning efforts for and attends ERCOT Annual Membership meeting, including collaboration with ERCOT's Communications team, senior legal leadership, external speakers, and guests.
Includes triaging incoming cases, coordination of assignment, and preparation of materials for presentation.
Regulatory:
Provides administrative support for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) matters, including calendaring, tracking, and coordination.
Supports ERCOT's regulatory compliance initiatives.
Prepares pleadings, certificates of service, administrative law filings, requests for information (RFIs) and other legal documents.
Provides litigation and administrative law support to in-house attorneys and/or outside counsel firms.
May use ERCOT's document review platforms to perform document reviews and, including tagging records for responsiveness, privilege, and confidentiality.
Manages accurate and organized case files, protecting confidential information and ensuring timely compliance with legal filing requirements, in support of regulatory proceedings, administrative law, and litigation matters.
Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
Requires high level of technical aptitude, including proficiency in legal software, case management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
Requires ability to analyze, identify, and synthesize relevant issues, discern applicable laws, and apply recognized legal authority to solution of a matter
Prefer understanding of litigation procedures and ability to research court rules and report findings to attorneys
Prefer familiarity with electronic discovery (eDiscovery) processes, including the identification, collection, and production of electronically stored information
Prefer knowledge or experience working on compliance matters, and/or experience working with Archer Governance, Risk and Compliance solution and/or E-Discovery
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.