Paralegal

Paralegal Posting Details

Position Number: 102107

Salary Range: $41,348 – $65,000

Classification

Title:

Paralegal

Working Title:

Paralegal

Competency Level: Journey

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Appointment Type:
Permanent – Full Time

FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

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The Office of Legal Affairs’ mission is to provide North Carolina Central University with the highest quality legal representation and to assist the University in its commitment to operating with integrity in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies.

The primary purpose of the position is to assist the University attorneys with legally related matters. The Paralegal will perform legal work under the supervision of the attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs. The Paralegal will help to manage cases; prepare legal documents; research legal issues, respond to public record requests; analyze facts and documents; coordinate discovery processes; interview and coordinate witnesses;

communicate with client(s), the public, and others; organize and maintain case files; coordinate work with others; file documents in judicial and quasi‑judicial venues, when necessary; and provide litigation support as deemed appropriate. In addition, the Paralegal will serve as a primary office contact for the University for all contract matters and public records requests, and under the supervision of the attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs, be responsible for reviewing contracts submitted to the Office of Legal Affairs.

• Thorough knowledge in preparing reports, contracts, and other types of correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• General knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices utilized in legal research and contracts.
• General knowledge of the NC General Statutes, Rules of Civil Procedure, and contracts.
• General knowledge of legal terminology, spelling, and grammar.
• Comprehensive knowledge in operating standard office equipment and associated software (e.g. Lexis Nexis, Online NC General Statutes, etc.).

Completion of an accredited paralegal program; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Accreditation may be from the American Bar Association or other recognized organization.

• Completion of an accredited paralegal program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Monday – Friday 8:00 – 17:00

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Communication – Verbal/Written

• Assist attorneys with legal matters by drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements, supporting responses to public records requests, conducting legal research, maintaining case and…