PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 60057650
About The Position
The Florida Department of Children and Families is hiring a Paralegal Specialist for its Children's Legal Services Program, described as a statewide law firm. The role assists attorneys by preparing legal documents, scheduling court events, filing and serving documents, and preparing discovery. The work is described as challenging and rewarding. The position is located in Circuit 1, covering Escambia and/or Santa Rosa County; applicants seeking other locations must apply to postings for those areas. The annual salary is $37,000.08. Internal salary appointments are determined according to DCF salary policy. Employment is subject to successful completion and approval of required State and National criminal history screening before the employee begins work. Incumbents may regularly transport files weighing up to 25 pounds to and from the courthouse.
Requirements
- Complete the required State and National criminal history check and receive Agency approval before beginning employment.
- May be required to transport files weighing up to 25 pounds to and from the courthouse regularly.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a training program to become a legal assistant, paralegal, legal paraprofessional, or lawyer's or attorney's assistant.
- A degree or certificate in legal technology, legal administration, legal studies, or allied legal services.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in allied legal services.
- One to two years of experience involving paralegal work.
- One to two years of experience in legal secretarial work.
- Ability to speak, read, or write Spanish, Creole, French, or another foreign language may be considered based on Agency need at the time of interview.
- Veterans' Preference eligibility; supporting documentation must be submitted by the vacancy announcement closing date.
Responsibilities
- Prepare legal documents.
- Enter data accurately and on time into statewide databases and track cases and actions.
- Coordinate service of process.
- Maintain digital case files, court calendars, and litigation timetables.
- File pleadings and other legal documents with the clerk of court.
- Perform legal research for attorneys under supervision.
- Coordinate inter-agency and intra-agency legal functions.
- Perform notary functions.
- Attend hearings to assist counsel.
- Assist witnesses with court proceedings.
- Redact discovery materials.
Benefits
- Affordable health insurance plans and options
- Sick leave and annual leave
- Tuition waiver program through state colleges and universities
- Nine holidays and one personal day
- Florida Retirement System Investment or Pension plan
- Pre-tax and post-tax benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
