PARALEGAL

Location: GENERAL COUNSEL   Shift Differential:  

POSITION GOAL:

Serves as paralegal support for the Office of the General Counsel.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Paralegal shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below.

• Assist attorneys in all phases of legal research, background investigations, trial preparations, case management.

• Open, organize and/or maintain both physical case/matter files and those maintained via any electronic case management system(s).

• Conduct legal research through the use of computerized legal research databases or legal reference books or materials as necessary.

• Prepare and finalize drafts of documents including, but not limited to correspondence, pleadings, motions, other court-related documents or filings, contracts, policies, resolutions or other School District documents as directed by the supervising attorney.

• Conduct where appropriate and/or assist the supervising attorney in all phases of pre-litigation and litigation matters including, but not limited to, investigations, document collection and review, discovery, witness coordination and interviews, and hearing/trial preparation.

• Gather and analyze information.

• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.

• Participate in training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.

• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.

• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.

• Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• An earned associate degree in paralegal or related studies.

• Four (4) years within the last eight (8) years of litigation experience in a law firm or in-house law office.

• OR • May substitute the above education and experience requirements with a current Florida Bar “registered” paralegal credential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• School law experience (in-house or outside counsel).

• Prior experience with in-house governmental law offices or experience in law firms representing government clients.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS – frequency, contact, purpose, and desired end result: Frequently has contact with the General Counsel’s Office attorneys and staff, School Board, as well as Superintendent and administrative staff for the purpose of fulfilling the essential performance responsibilities of the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy.

EEO Statement for Application:  Broward County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Broward County Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Broward County Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.