Posting No. 2023176

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: 08/16/2023 Posting No.: 2023176

Position Title:	Paralegal	Position No.:	9630
Department:	Office of Juvenile Officer - Legal Unit
Work Location:	625 E. 26th Street - Kansas City MO
Work Hours:	8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Salary:	County Paid Position - Non-exempt Grade 110 - $24.73

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: -

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE CLICK HERE; INTERNAL APPLICANTS USE EPICOR ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Danielle Brant. 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 08/23/2023

POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK:

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 & REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES (Percentage of Time): (The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job; other tasks 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.)

50% Prepare cases.

Organize, analyze and assess case facts; determine need for additional information and take actions to obtain information.
Organize and maintain documents in litigation cases or other projects.
Delivers subpoenas and interviews witnesses in preparation for hearings.
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.

25% Prepare documents.

Prepare legal documents such as subpoenas, summons, motions, pleadings, and affidavits.
Drafts interrogatories and requests for production of documents and responses thereto.
Drafts pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents; coordinates signature process for documents.

15% Perform research.

Conduct legal research for supportive case information and related legal issues as assigned.
Researches supporting documentation such as…
Analyzes and summarizes depositions, transcripts, pleadings and motions from court and related agencies’ files.
Research relevant administrative and case law.
Researches factual issues and present finding to staff attorneys.

10% Provide information.

Provide information to relevant parties involved in cases and parties seeking assistance with legal processes.
Tracks pending legislation and advises staff of status of relevant legislation.
Maintains a calendar of critical dates, including court appearances, court filings, pre-trial dates, and discovery response dates.

SUPERVISION OF: None.
SUPERVISION BY: 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:

INTERNAL:

Attorneys and Deputy Juvenile Officers.

EXTERNAL:

Mental health and social service agencies; law enforcement agencies; medical and mental health professionals; victims and witnesses: private attorneys. Collecting and providing information.

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 (1) of the six (6) listed education/experience requirements:

Possession of Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) designation.
Graduate of an American Bar Association (ABA) approved program of study for legal assistants.
Graduate of a course of study for legal assistants which is institutionally accredited but not ABA approved, and which requires the equivalent of sixty (60) semester hours of classroom study.
Graduate of any other course of study for legal assistants, plus one (1) year of in-house training as a legal assistant.
A baccalaureate degree in a related field.
Three (3) years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney, including at least one (1) year of in-house training as a legal assistant. (For the purposes of these requirements, “in-house training as a legal assistant” means attorney education of the employee concerning legal assistant duties, in accordance with the guidelines published by the National Association of Legal Assistants. In addition to review and analysis of assignments the legal assistant should receive a reasonable amount of instruction directly related to the duties and obligations of the legal assistant.)

EXPERIENCE:

Experience is encompassed in the educational requirement. See above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have valid driver’s license from State of residence and provide proof of such.
Must have auto liability insurance and properly licensed/reliable vehicle, and provide proof of such.
Must submit to and pass criminal background check as prescribed by the Court.
Must submit to and pass sex offender registry, and MO/KS child abuse & neglect checks.
All applicants for this position are subject to testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing for illegal drug use.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: (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)

Knowledge of court procedures and policies, legal documents and terminology, laws and legal factors, preferably those pertaining to criminal or family law.
Some knowledge of child abuse/neglect/dynamics helpful.
Skill and ability in word processing and the operation of computers.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Strong ability to work for extended periods of time without frequent supervision.
Ability to apply legal principles and knowledge of individual cases and problems.
Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts and evidence.
Ability to prepare clear, complete and logical reports and written documentation.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of demands on time.
Ability to work and relate in a positive fashion toward individuals from diverse backgrounds and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and prudent manner.

THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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