Paralegal Supervisor

Prince George's County Government • Largo, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Prince George’s County Department of Permitting, Inspections, & Enforcement is seeking a Paralegal Supervisor for its Boards and Commissions Unit. The position provides supervisory administrative and secretarial support to the Boards and Commission, requiring knowledge of administrative procedures and mature judgment in following through on assignments. The incumbent applies broad knowledge of County Government functions and coordinates and manages office activities within the Director’s Office. Work is performed under the supervision of an Administrative Specialist I who manages the Boards and Commission/Program.

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement coordinates and enforces standards governing activity before, during, and after construction. Its staff work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection, and enforcement. The department’s mission is to promote economic development and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection, and licensing services that ensure compliance with building, zoning, and property standards codes.

The job is located at 9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, Maryland 20774. Applications are accepted online only and are capped at 100 submissions. Selected candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, meet required training and performance standards, pass applicable pre-employment checks, and be willing and able to serve as an essential employee, including reporting during standard or non-standard hours as operations or emergencies require. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Social Sciences, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a closely related field.
• Three years of relevant experience as a paralegal, including at least one year in a lead or supervisory role.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must meet training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Must successfully pass applicable pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Must be willing and able to serve as an essential employee and report or remain at work during standard or non-standard hours as operations or emergencies require.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• File judicial reviews.
• Prepare draft administrative court orders from virtual hearings.
• Obtain information from internal and external agencies to prepare documents for hearings for four different boards.
• Communicate daily with the general public to respond to informational requests.
• Provide supervisory administrative and secretarial support to the Boards and Commission.
• Coordinate and manage office activities within the Director’s Office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager