Paralegal 1 & 2

Posted 3 weeks ago
State of Montana, Helena, MT 59601, Openings : 1,
Apply Here Job Description : Paralegal 1 &amp 2 – ( 24140524 )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Office of Legal Affairs.


This position provides paralegal assistance to a team of approximately 19 attorneys and Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) management team. The position researches information and coordinates legal processes, and prepares correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for attorney review.


Why Join DPHHS


Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.


The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.


Qualifications for this Career Opportunity


  • Ability to conduct research and investigate facts.
  • Ability to navigate State and Federal court systems.
  • Verbal and written communication skills including proper legal citations and legal terminology.
  • Acute attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Meet minimum qualifications:
    • Associates degree in paralegal studies from an accredited institution or
    • Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university or
    • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university and completion of no less than 18 semester credits of course work offered by a qualified paralegal studies program or
    • Certification by the national association of legal assistants or the National Federation of Paralegal Associations or
    • Has received a high school diploma or its equivalent and has performed not less than 4,800 hours of substantive legal work under the supervision of a licensed lawyer documented by the certification of the lawyer or lawyers under whom the work was done and has completed at least five hours of approved continuing legal education in the area of legal ethics and professional responsibility or
    • Has graduated from an accredited law school and has not been disbarred or suspended from the practice of law by any jurisdiction.
  • Paralegal 2 must also have an additional three years substantiative work as a paralegal.

How to Apply


To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.


Additional Information


This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.


This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.


Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary: $ 28.00 – 33.00 Hourly
Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave &amp Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time Job Type : Standard Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time
Primary Location : Helena
Agency : Department of Public Health &amp Human Services Union : 000 – None
Posting Date : Apr 30, 2024, 1:45:45 PM Closing Date (based on your computers timezone) : Ongoing Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume, References
Contact Name : April Vercoe | Contact Email : April.Vercoe@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406-444-0942 Last Date For Apply: 2024-08-01 00:00:00 Job Type : FULL_TIME, Employment Type : FULL_TIMEApply Here