Paralegal Specialist

Posted Friday, January 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:59 AM

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact . For submitted application inquiries please contact (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

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an online application must be submitted for consideration.

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Hourly Pay Range $23.68 $ 35.52

Closing Date:
January 29 th , 2026, or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions

Job Summary: This Paralegal Specialist provides high-level paralegal services to the legal unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzes requests for changes of venue and works with other county and tribal agencies to process requests. Analyzes, responds, and processes required changes to vital records. Processes court-ordered warrant and commitments and assists in clearing them when appropriate.
• Conducts legal research, drafts motions, orders or correspondence and utilizes various databases and other investigatory tools to locate information needed to process cases. Participates in case conferences with participants under the direction of an attorney.
• Researches and resolves complex case issues raised by participants, courts or other departments. Advises management regarding performance ramifications related to such cases.
• Under the general direction of the Legal Counsel Administrator and Legal Counsel Assistant Administrator, plan department-wide initiatives on an as-needed bases. Research relevant laws, policies, practices and develop appropriate training materials as required.
• Provide back-up coverage for other paralegals and members of the stats team.
• Perform other job duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Education

• Must be a current resident of the State of Wisconsin
• An Associate Degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited College/Technical College and at least 2 years of experience working in a legal environment.
• High School Diploma and five (5) or more years of experience working in a legal environment may substitute for associate degree/paralegal certificate and any Bachelor’s, Masters or law degree does not need experience to qualify.
• Knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: This position encompasses a high-level of case management capabilities, including exceptional time-management and communication skills. Candidates must have the ability to work independently, develop in-depth knowledge of Child Support Program laws and policies and apply that knowledge to a wide range of situations to assist in improving departmental performance. This position also requires excellent critical thinking skills and superior judgment.

The ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull up to 10

Lbs.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or…