Paralegal

Paralegal

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The Paralegal provides comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys within the Office of University Counsel, with primary responsibility for contract management, legal document preparation, and office operations. This position conducts initial contract reviews for completeness, coordinates the assignment and tracking of contracts through electronic management systems, and maintains contract records and workflows to ensure efficient processing. The role also supports the New Mexico Patient Debt Reduction Program by preparing pleadings, coordinating matters with attorneys and outside counsel, managing case-related communications, tracking recovered funds, and maintaining accurate records.

In addition, the position serves as a key administrative resource by scheduling meetings, managing calendars, handling correspondence, participating in departmental coordination meetings, and supporting day-to-day office operations. Lastly, this position also supports the Guardianship arrangements with the University of New Mexico Hospital. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency with legal document management systems, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

See the Position Description for additional information.

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.
• Familiarity with contract management systems, document repositories, and workflow management platforms such as HighQ or similar applications.
• Experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, stipulations, correspondence, and other legal support materials.
• Knowledge of healthcare, patient financial services, collections, debt reduction, or healthcare regulatory matters preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams
• Experience maintaining confidential records and handling sensitive legal and financial information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document review and record management.
• Ability to interpret and follow legal, regulatory, and institutional procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
• Experience coordinating calendars, meetings, and administrative operations for multiple professionals.
• Experience in managing responses to subpoenas and discovery requests.

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

HSC Legal Counsel Office (921A)

Staff

Regular - Full-Time

Non-Exempt

Hourly: $22.16 - $29.70

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• tuition remission and dependent education programs

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Yes

10/12/2026

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Yes

This is an on-campus position that allows the employee to work remotely up to 2 days per week with the approval of management after the UNM probationary period.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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