Child Support Paralegal
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Job Location:
Burlington, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
The Office of Child Support (OCS) Paralegal will be responsible for legal research case and document preparation case presentation before a Magistrate of the Superior Court Family Division system general caseload responsibilities and legal and technical assistance to staff.
In this role impartiality equity empathy and procedural justice are key. Furthermore Child Support law is challenging and ever-changing. It requires adaptability openness and flexibility. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general supervision of the Child Support Paralegal Supervisor Regional Supervisor or supervising attorney.
Who May Apply
This position Child Support Paralegal (Job Requisition #53931) is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position please contact Jennifer Grindle at .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the accordance with AHS Policy 4.02 Hiring Standards Vermont and/or national criminal record checks as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks as appropriate to the position under recruitment will be conducted on candidates with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in office field and courtroom settings. Travel is required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some evening hours or overtime may be required. Must be able to work under pressure meet tight deadlines and deal tactfully with the public in emotionally charged circumstances.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited program in paralegal studies or 30 college credits in legal or paralegal studies AND one (1) year or more at or above technical level in investigatory analytical research or paralegal duties.
OR
Bachelors degree AND three (3) years or more at or above technical level in investigatory analytical research or paralegal duties.
OR
Two (2) years of full-time college coursework OR an associates degree AND five (5) years or more at or above technical level in investigatory analytical research or paralegal duties.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND seven (7) years or more at or above technical level in investigatory analytical research or paralegal duties.
OR
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree OR one (1) year or more of experience as Paralegal I OR three (3) years or more of experience as a Child Support Specialist II.
Special Requirements
All incumbents must successfully complete the OCS training curriculum within six months of hire which includes passing the written Case Presenters Exam.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity but its more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
About Company
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