Kern County, CA
Paralegal
Kern County, CA, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Salary : $4,341.00 - $5,187.91 Monthly
Location : Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 9489
Department: GENERAL
Opening Date: 09/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
AMENDED: 09/23/24
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
Examination Schedule:Qualified candidates will be notified of the testing date five days prior to the examination.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weight 100%):Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of document preparation techniques; standard office procedures and equipment; filing techniques; research techniques; paralegal methods and practices.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards
1. A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
OR2.A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from an accredited postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses.
OR
3. A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, one (1) year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of California for the preceding three years, and a written declaration from the attorney stating that the applicant is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.
OR4.A High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and three years of the same training, experience and verification as described in 3 above. Experience and training must have been completed by December 31, 2003.
Some positions may require possession and maintenance of a California Notary Public Commission.
Copies of the following are required to confirm qualifications:
Job Description Paralegal
This position works in various departments throughout Kern County.
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at the County Counsel. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I understand that I must attach, or submit by final filing deadline, copies of all applicable diploma(s), transcript(s), license(s), certificate(s), or other required verification(s) with my application. (Failure to submit required supplemental materials by final filing deadline will result in the rejection of application).
02
I am seeking to qualify for the Paralegal position based on the following (choose one option):
03
Responses to the above question will be used to certify based on interest and experience in a specific area of law.
Required Question
Location : Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 9489
Department: GENERAL
Opening Date: 09/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
AMENDED: 09/23/24
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
Examination Schedule:Qualified candidates will be notified of the testing date five days prior to the examination.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weight 100%):Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of document preparation techniques; standard office procedures and equipment; filing techniques; research techniques; paralegal methods and practices.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards
1. A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
OR2.A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from an accredited postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses.
OR
3. A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, one (1) year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of California for the preceding three years, and a written declaration from the attorney stating that the applicant is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.
OR4.A High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and three years of the same training, experience and verification as described in 3 above. Experience and training must have been completed by December 31, 2003.
Some positions may require possession and maintenance of a California Notary Public Commission.
Copies of the following are required to confirm qualifications:
- Applicants seeking to qualify under #1 and #2 must submit a certificate of completion of paralegal program/degree and verification that program was either ABA accredited or required at least 24 semester units in law related courses.
- Applicants seeking to qualify under #3 must submit a copy of required degree and a written declaration from an attorney as provided in the Qualifications.
- Applicants seeking to qualify under #4 must provide a written declaration from an attorney as provided in the Qualifications.
Job Description Paralegal
This position works in various departments throughout Kern County.
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at the County Counsel. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
- The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
- The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I understand that I must attach, or submit by final filing deadline, copies of all applicable diploma(s), transcript(s), license(s), certificate(s), or other required verification(s) with my application. (Failure to submit required supplemental materials by final filing deadline will result in the rejection of application).
- Yes
- No
02
I am seeking to qualify for the Paralegal position based on the following (choose one option):
- I possess a certificate of completion from a paralegal program and can provide verification that said program was approved by the American Bar Association.
- I possess a certificate of completion of paralegal program/degree from an accredited postsecondary institution and can provide verification that said program required at least 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law related courses.
- I possess a baccalaureate or advanced degree and a written declaration from an attorney as provided in the Employment Standards of the attached job bulletin.
- I possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and a written declaration from an attorney as provided in the Employment Standards of the attached job bulletin. DECLARATION MUST CONFIRM THAT EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING WERE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 31, 2003.
03
Responses to the above question will be used to certify based on interest and experience in a specific area of law.
- Criminal Law
- I have experience in using Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS)
- Civil Law
- Family Law
- I possess a California Public Notary Commission
Required Question