×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Paralegal III

Job in Dover, Kent County, Delaware, 19904, USA
Listing for: State of Delaware
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Legal Assistant, Litigation
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 62000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 62000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Introduction

Start your Career at DOS!

The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans.

DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government.

For more information, please visit our website today!

Summary Statement

Provide legal support to the OABCC including preparation for hearings, creation of legal documents, drafting of website information, and interpretation of State and Federal codes to process applications and conduct project planning. Prepare for review various types of applications for liquor licenses based on Delaware’s Liquor Control Act. Collect and interpret legal data, monitor price posting, and prepare reports.

This position reports to one of the locations below:

Carvel State Office Building:
(820 N French St., Wilmington, DE, 19801)

or

Department of State:
(108 East Water Street, Dover, Delaware, 19901)

Essential Functions
  • Establishes and maintains case files.
  • Reviews legal/court documents for completeness and accuracy.
  • Compiles and evaluates facts to complete program, legal, and/or court documents.
  • Provides administrative reports and recommendations for new/revised operating policies/procedures.
  • Reviews state and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance of legal actions/processes.
Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Paralegal III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  • Two years experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files.
  • Two years experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information.
  • Two years experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  • One year experience in drafting legal documents and such as legal briefs or memoranda of law including presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents.
  • One year experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured interview techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
  • Conditions of Hire

    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourjob seeker resources.

    All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

    Benefits

    To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

    Selection Process

    The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

    Narrative information supplied in response to the…

    To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
    (If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
     
     
     
    Search for further Jobs Here:
    (Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
    Location
    Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)
    0
    200
    Filters
    Education Level
    Experience Level (years)
    Posted in last:
    Salary