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The AGO seeks to fill a Paralegal position in the Administrative Law Unit. A career with the Vermont Attorney General’s Office provides the opportunity to do meaningful work in a fun and collegial environment. Legal support professionals receive on-the-job and other training to provide them with the tools they need for success, growth, and career advancement. The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont which includes but is not limited to: a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, employer contribution to pension plans, and a supportive, unionized environment. The AGO recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and supports the use of flexible workplace arrangements in accordance with AGO policies.
Application Deadline Date: 8/9/2023
Department: Attorney General’s Office
Location: Montpelier, VT, US
Position Type: Permanent
Position Number: 190062
Schedule Type: Full Time
Overview Administrative Law Unit
The Administrative Law Unit provides legal services to State Agencies and Departments, representing the State before the Vermont Labor Relations Board (VLRB), the Vermont Human Rights Commission (HRC), the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Vermont Board of Liquor and Lottery (BLL), and the Vermont Board of Medical Practice (BMP).
Responsibilities
The position entails providing support to Administrative Law Unit attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to:
- Drafting legal documents and pleadings;
- Preparing discovery requests and responses;
- Assembling exhibits, gathering information/evidence;
- Legal drafting correspondence;
- Liaison with state agencies and law firms;
- Assemble litigation exhibits and binders;
- Proofread and file legal documents with courts and tribunals;
- Assist with document and discovery collection and production: obtaining, organizing, bates stamping, and transferring documents and electronic media electronically and otherwise review documents for privilege and confidentiality based on instruction from attorney and perform required redactions;
- Draft, proofread, and send correspondence;
- Conduct electronic searches of email and similar files;
- Assist with drafting and assembling AGO contract documents, and obtaining required insurances, and tax forms;
- Schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions including teleconferences and video teleconferences;
- Calendar deadlines and events;
- Mail distribution;
- Phone/Front Desk coverage as needed to cover for primary employee;
- Law Manager database- enter, update and close out matters such as litigation and contracts, run reports and conduct conflict checks; and
- Update statute sets.
The position is located at 109 State Street in Montpelier, Vermont; however, the position is currently hybrid, with in-office work required on certain days in accordance with AGO policies.
Minimum Qualifications
AGO Paralegal I
Bachelor’s degree and one (1) or more years of experience performing administrative duties requiring the use of office automation software, such as the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe, or similar programs, in a legal or related field.
OR
Associate degree or paralegal degree or certificate and two (2) or more years of experience performing administrative duties requiring the use of office automation software, such as the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe, or similar programs, in a legal or related field.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND six (6) or more years of experience performing administrative duties requiring the use of office automation software, such as the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe, or similar programs, in a legal or related field.
AGO Paralegal II
Bachelor’s degree AND two (2) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.
OR
Associate’s degree or paralegal degree or certificate AND three (3) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND seven (7) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties
AGO Paralegal III
Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.
OR
Associate’s degree or paralegal degree or certificate AND four (4) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.