Paralegal Specialist jobs at U.S. Department of the Treasury

Classification Purpose: The primary purpose of the Paralegal classification is to assess all cases referred for judicial action to establish, enforce, and modify paternity and support obligations in local, intrastate, and interstate cases in order to determine what action should be taken. Ensure all mandated timeframes are met. Assist in the prosecution of felony non-support cases. Job Duties: In accordance with all applicable statutes, case law regulations, and other rules, assess all cases referred for judicial action to establish, enforce and modify paternity and support obligations in local, intrastate, and interstate cases to determine what actions should be taken. Assess and/or review cases establishing paternity/support or executing civil enforcement of support orders, both child support and medical insurance. Assess cases for criminal enforcement of support orders to establish and enforce interstate cases and enforcement against employers. Conduct court research of administrative and other records to determine the status of cases referred for judicial actions. Prepare motions, complaints, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents or actions for review by attorney. Assist in administrative procedures to establish, enforce, and modify paternity and support obligations. Interview and correspond with agency clients and other individuals to obtain information necessary for execution of assigned duties. Interpret court orders, administrative orders, pleadings, payment records, case narratives, case files, and other documents. Prepare accurate calculations of arrearage due on documents. Prepare accurate calculations of arrearage due on accounts based upon those interpretations and in accordance with stated agency policy. Review works of support officers referred for judicial action. Prepare organized and detailed documents for use by attorneys and legal secretaries in the administration of their cases using a variety of computer software programs. Respond to inquiries from the general public, custodial parents, and/or other child support agencies or organizations verbally or in writing. Testify in court and grand jury proceedings as needed. Prepare documents and other legal reports and review pursuant to approval from supervisor. Perform clerical functions as related to assigned duties. Prepare and enter information into the document management system. Attend and participate in mandatory meetings, training sessions, or classes. Maintain legal records and perform other routine paralegal assignments. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned. Major Worker Characteristics: Knowledge of agency policy and procedures; law. Skill in typing, word processing; equipment operation. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; copy records precisely without error; maintain accurate records; originate routine business letters reflecting standard procedures; use proper research methods in gathering data; gather, collate and classify information about data, people or things; work alone on most tasks; handle sensitive inquiries from and contact with officials and general public. Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment: Any equivalent combination of relevant training and experience including but not limited to: Associates degree with coursework emphasis in business administration with two (2) years of clerical or office administration experience. Additional Requirements: Paralegal certification is required. Supervisory Responsibilities: None required. Unusual Working Conditions: N/A

Responsible for assisting the Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys assigned to the Montgomery County Prosecuting Attorney's Civil Division in the day-to-day management of civil litigation matters in State and Federal Courts. Applicant must be organized, professional, detail oriented, and have strong communication skills. Summary of Job Duties Organize new litigation matters, setting up and maintaining files; Organize and docket voluminous discovery requests and responses; Arrange phone conferences as necessary; Prepare letters, draft complaints and other pleadings and motions with strict compliance to deadlines; Perform various clerical tasks as needed; Communicate and interact with judges, bailiffs, attorneys and witnesses, as well as other court personnel; Arrange deposition dates, times and locations; Calendar events and keep track of deadlines; Research case law and statutes on Westlaw; Perform any other duties assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney or his Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys. Minimum Qualifications and Requirements Possess a working knowledge of legal office practices and procedures; office equipment; proficiency with Microsoft Word, word processing/typing, and Microsoft Excel; legal terminology and general understanding of court procedures. Possess the ability to compose letters and routine legal pleadings; general knowledge of legal matters, applications, procedures, pleadings and practice pertaining to the general practice of law; ability to gather, analyze and classify data; work in a team environment with other support staff, attorneys and supervisor; and have effective oral and written communication skills. Bachelor's Degree, or Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from an institutionaccredited by the American Bar Association, or extensive on the job paralegal training in the field of civil litigation.

The Paralegal supports the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) as an integral contributor to the success and performance of OCR and further OCR's mission as described above thru various mission support activities. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS * Must be able to obtain government security clearance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Participates in resolving complaints alleging violations of the various privacy and civil rights laws for compliance with OCR policy and guidelines for case processing. * Resolves complaints recommended for administrative, non-investigative closures using prewritten templates and established case resolution guidelines. * Consistently and accurately distinguish between the different technical assistance letters and uses the most appropriate template; follow policy regarding consent from complainants; draft case notes, closure letters, and other necessary documents with minimal to no typos or grammatical errors. * Conducts routine office functions with minimal direction and has experience with a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel. * Ability to produce, track and manage multiple deliverables with overlapping deadlines in a high-performing environment. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Minimum educational experience is an Associate's degree from an accredited college/university or experience equivalent to the GS-7 level or higher in the Federal Government. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. EOE including Disability/Vet The estimated pay range for this role is $25 to $30 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience. CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: * Medical * Dental * Vision * 401(k) * Family Planning/Fertility Assistance * STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D * Legal-Aid Program * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Paid Time Off (PTO) - (11) Federal Holidays * Training and Development Opportunities Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI). #INDCNI