All applicants must complete an application to be considered - those submitting resumes only will not be considered.
Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
Vacant Position
Date: 12/29/2021
Posting No.: 2021229
REPOSTED
Position Title:ParalegalPosition No.:9111
Department:Office of Juvenile Officer - Legal Services
Work Location:625 E. 26th Street - Kansas City MO
Work Hours:8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Salary:County Paid Position - Non-exempt Grade C 6 - $16.85 Hourly

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: $16.85 - Hourly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY; INTERNAL APPLICANTS GO TO ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Amanda Riley. Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.


Applications must be received by Human Resources no later than 05:00 PM on 01/11/2022

Earliest closing date on: ; Job will remain posted until filled


POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK:

POSITION PURPOSE: To assist attorney’s by performing responsible technical paralegal work involving document preparation, investigation and collection of facts and materials and legal research for the representation of children in juvenile law cases which involve delinquency, abuse/neglect, adoption and termination of parental rights.

MAJOR TASK STATEMENTS AND REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES (Percentage of Time):
(The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job; other tasks/duties may be assigned. The area to which the job is assigned will govern which duties apply. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities, work shift/schedule, facility, or department to meet business and organizational needs as necessary, including but not limited to the re-assignment of employees and positions, elimination of positions, and opening, moving, or closing of facilities and units.)

· Perform related work as required to include but not limited to serve on teams/committees as assigned, cross-train for other jobs as assigned, and work on special projects as assigned.
10% Provide information.
SUPERVISION OF: None.

SUPERVISION BY (Include level of Supervision): Work on individual cases is performed under the direct supervision of attorneys and is reviewed through case conferences and basis of results obtained; trial team leaders (coordinating attorneys) provide additional supervisory authority.

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY:
PRIMARY EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS USED: Computer, telephone, copier/printer/scanner/fax, keys, various reports and forms, computer generated or handwritten, program manuals, vehicle, variety of computer generated and handwritten forms and reports, case history files, legal records, and research materials.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

(Education above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required general experience; experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.)

EDUCATION: The incumbent MUST fulfill one of the six listed education requirements;


EXPERIENCE: Experience is encompassed in the educational requirement. See above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required to function at an acceptable level in the position.
(This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority)
THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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