Paralegal

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City of Pearland, TX - Legal Department is seeking to hire a full-time Paralegal to assist with the day-to-day operations of our Legal department. Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position.

The Paralegal earns a competitive salary of $22.92 to $24.81 per hour based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents.

We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

The Paralegal/Legal Clerk position is responsible for providing administrative support for the Department with an emphasis on reviewing documents, drafting briefs, maintaining files, and supporting the day-to-day activities related to the Department. This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

• Conduct and process legal review of requests for information submitted pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act.
• Coordinate with City departments as necessary to ensure accurate, timely requests are appropriately processed.
• Review information provided by various departments in response to requests for public information.
• Identify exceptions to public disclosure to maintain confidentiality of information authorized by law.
• Redact confidential information in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act.
• Draft correspondence to requestors of public information, the Office of the Attorney General, and third parties.
• Submit opinion requests through the Attorney General's electronic filing system and via certified mail.
• Track deadlines and adhere to deadlines for all opinion requests.
• Comply with rulings by the Office of the Attorney General.
• Maintain office files pertaining to requests for public information.

• Draft and prepare legal documents for review, approval, and use by the respective attorney.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda for review, approval, and use by the respective attorney.
• Coordinate and assist with preparation of pleadings, discovery, and other documents associated with litigation.
• Coordinate with and assist outside counsel on legal matters.
• Establish and maintain efficient record-keeping and filing systems.
• Establish and maintain a litigation calendar.
• Document all activity performed in case files.

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Legal Department under the direction of the City Attorney.
• Draft and prepare legal documents and substantive correspondence for review, approval, and use by the respective attorney.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda for review, approval, and use by the respective attorney.
• Create and maintain the Department's document management system.
• Handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion.

Completes other assignments as assigned by the City Attorney.

• Associate's degree required.
• Paralegal certification required. A bachelor's degree can substitute for this requirement.
• Requires 2 years' paralegal or closely related experience.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License is required.

• Experience working for a local government is preferred.

• Paralegal certification from an accredited program preferred.

$22.92 - $24.81 per hour