Description

Title: Law Clinic Paralegal

VP Area: School of Law

Department: Clinical Law Program

Work Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-Friday

Telework Availability: On-Campus Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

Performs a broad range of support and paralegal duties for Gonzaga School of Law's Clinical Legal Programs as assigned by the Director of clinical law programs and the Office Manager/Assistant to the Director.

Essential Functions:

• 50% - Administrative Support
  • Performs a wide range of complex paralegal duties requiring independent judgment and initiative on assignments that are sensitive in nature.
  • Perform complex word processing tasks such as complex court pleadings, briefs, letters. Manages correspondence for various clinics.
  • Maintains professional and accurate records including confidential reports and information, both in electronic and written format.
  • Scheduling of appointments, calendars, meetings, travel and other events, including the procurement of logistical needs.
• 20% - Grant Reporting
  • Prepare grant reports and grant and periodic statistical reports and annual grant renewal applications.
  • Use spreadsheet database software for related grants.
• 20% - Legal Word Processing
  • Ensures that legal documents are prepared according established formats and court procedures.
  • Checks legal citations and references, ensures that legal documents are prepared in accordance with established formats.
  • Files documents electronically in various courts.

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

Vocational, Associates, or Technical Degree

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

1 year

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.

Certifications and/or Licensures:

Paralegal Certificate

Skills & Abilities:

College or course work in paralegal studies
Proficient in creating table of contents and table or authorities
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

3 years of related experience

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $23.12/hr - $26.00/hr

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 23.12

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 28.89

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 34.67

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.