Paralegal 2 (PCN 082056)

State of Alaska • Anchorage, AK

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing is recruiting a Paralegal 2 in Anchorage. The role supports the Division’s mission of ensuring competent, professional, and regulated commercial services are available to Alaska consumers. Within the investigative unit, the Paralegal investigates alleged continuing education violations of statutes and regulations governing 43 licensed professions in Alaska. The position is the Division’s focal point for Freedom of Information Act document requests handled in accordance with the Alaska Public Records Act, and reports professional licensing disciplinary actions to national databanks as required by law.

The incumbent works with a team of public-service professionals and uses investigative and paralegal skills in case-related work. The office is in downtown Anchorage in the Atwood Building. The unit allows a combination of in-person teamwork and independent remote work; teleworking may be considered for suitable applicants after training is completed.

The position requires research, analytical reasoning, technological competency, professional oral and written communication, strict confidentiality, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment and minimal supervision. Minimum qualifications may be met through successful completion of the State of Alaska’s formally established Paralegal 1–2 flexible staffing training plan, or through an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the specified competencies. Equivalent preparation typically includes post-secondary or vocational education in a legal, paralegal, criminal justice, or similar legal support area, and/or experience in paraprofessional legal investigation, discovery, and support for preparing legal cases, reports, documents, and exhibits.

Requirements

• Successful completion of training under a formally established Paralegal 1–2 flexible staffing training plan with the State of Alaska; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides the required competencies.
• Knowledge of legal and investigative principles, methods, and processes used to conduct systematic and objective inquiries.
• Ability to identify rules, principles, or relationships that explain information, analyze information, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Competency with standard office equipment and computer fluency, including Microsoft Office and digital case management systems.
• Clear, professional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability in responding to changing demands and competing priorities through information gathering and critical thinking.
• Knowledge of state and federal administrative laws, procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to case preparation and settlements.
• Thoroughness and conscientious attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills, including tact, empathy, effective relationship-building, and sensitivity to cultural diversity and individual differences.
• Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations, including tight deadlines and difficult or hostile individuals.
• Equivalent preparation typically includes post-secondary and/or vocational education in a legal, paralegal, criminal justice, or similar legal support area and/or experience performing paraprofessional legal investigation, discovery, and legal case support.
• At interview, applicants are requested to submit three supervisory references and their last three performance evaluations.

Nice To Haves

• Teleworking is considered for suitable applicants after training is completed.

Responsibilities

• Investigate alleged continuing education violations of statutes and regulations governing 43 licensed professions in Alaska.
• Serve as the Division’s focal point for Freedom of Information Act document requests in accordance with the Alaska Public Records Act.
• Report professional licensing disciplinary actions to national databanks as required by law.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret information and report investigation results.
• Prepare or support the preparation of legal cases, reports, documents, and exhibits, as applicable.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Friendly team atmosphere
• Training opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Employee parking is located across the street in the Linny Pacillo Parking Garage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed