Paralegal III
Company: Jefferson Parish Government
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
THE ORGANIZATION
Jefferson Parish Government employs approximately 3,000 people,
which are the heartbeat of the organization. The Parish President
is elected for up to two (2) four-year terms and directs the
operations of 41 different departments. Each director is tasked
with taking their department "to the next level," and encouraging
their staff to bring forth ideas that make Jefferson Parish
Government more innovative, more creative and more efficient. Every
member of the Jefferson Parish team is a true public servant and
plays a critical role in meeting the needs of the residents we
serve and securing the future of our Parish for the good of our
citizens and our community. We invite you to learn more about
Jefferson Parish at www.JeffParish.net.
THE POSITION
The Jefferson Parish Attorney's Office is the legal department for
Jefferson Parish Government. The department is responsible for all
legal matters in the interest of the -Jefferson Parish Council, the
-Administration, Departments, Agencies, Districts and/or officers.
-As a Paralegal III, you will have the opportunity to assist with
the development, implementation, and management of various software
applications and processes involving public records request
management, document retention and document discovery procedures.
You will also be responsible for performing legal research, and
providing office/clerical support. You will be required to produce
legal documents, letters, memoranda, and various reports for
attorney and other staff which may be highly confidential and
sensitive. This vacancy exists in the Parish Attorney's Office
located in the Joseph S. Yenni Building 1221 Elmwood Park
Boulevard, Jefferson, LA, 70123.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Jefferson Parish Attorney's Office is seeking a dynamic
individual that has ample knowledge of legal computer programs and
possesses information technology skills to work in a legal
atmosphere and perform complex paralegal/administrative duties.
Candidates must be experienced in working with highly confidential
and sensitive data.
The preferred requirements include: possession of a high school
diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years legal
experience as a paralegal with experience in document retention,
management and discovery software programs or other position which
focused on providing those services in the legal industry.
Louisiana motor vehicle operator's license required.
COMPENSATION
The annual range for the position is $42,258 - $65,555. Starting
salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Jefferson Parish offers work/life balance, paid holidays, and a
generous benefits package including:
Health Benefits (medical/dental )- Jefferson Parish offers health
insurance benefits and covers up to 81% of the employee premium and
50% of the premium for spouses and dependents.
Voluntary Benefits - Available at employee's cost are a variety of
voluntary benefits which include vision insurance, accident
insurance, short term disability insurance, cancer insurance, term
life insurance, and critical illness insurance.
Retirement Benefits - Jefferson Parish employees are eligible to
enroll in the Parochial Employees' Retirement System. This
retirement system is a public defined benefit pension plan which
provides retirement allowances and other benefits based on an
employee's years of service.
To APPLY:
Interested candidates please send resume and salary expectations
to:
Ms. Julie Waguespack
JPParishAttorney@jeffparish.net
1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard, Suite 701; Jefferson, LA -70123
504-736-6300; (Fax) 736-6307
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