State of Alaska
Paralegal 2
State of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Salary:
$29.73 - $31.22 Hourly
Location :
Anchorage or Juneau, AK
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
48587
Department:
Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
Division:
Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
Opening Date:
12/31/2024
Closing Date:
1/15/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division:
Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
Position Open To:
Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit:
General Government
Range:
16
Job Description
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development,
Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing is recruiting for Paralegal 2 located in Anchorage or Juneau!
What you will be doing: At the Corporation, Business and Professional Licensing Division, Paralegals serve to ensure competent, professional, and regulated services are delivered to the community by investigating alleged continuing education violations of statutes and regulations governing 43 different licensed professions in the State of Alaska. The Paralegal is the Division's focal point for all Freedom of Information Act document requests in accordance with the Alaska Public Records Act. The paralegal is further responsible for reporting of professional licensing disciplinary actions to national databanks as required by law.
Our organization, mission and culture: The mission of the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing is to ensure that competent, professional and regulated commercial services are available to Alaska consumers. The investigation unit supports this mission by investigating and reporting allegations against Alaska's licensed professionals who violate the laws governing their licenses. The benefits of joining our team: Flexible work schedules, friendly team atmosphere, training opportunities, and a comprehensive employee benefits package to include retirement, health insurance, and paid holidays. The CBPL investigative unit has flexibility with in-person team work and independent remote work.
The working environment you can expect: This position may be filled in Juneau or Anchorage, Alaska. The Juneau office is located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in beautiful downtown Juneau. The Anchorage office is located in downtown Anchorage inside the Atwood Building on the 15th floor; close to the park strip, restaurants, coffee huts, and shopping. Employee parking is located across the street in the Linny Pacillo Parking Garage in Anchorage. Teleworking will be considered for suitable applicants after training has been completed.
Who we are looking for:
Research:
Knowledge of the legal and investigative principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including steps, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results Reasoning:
Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions. Technological Competency:
Competency with standard office equipment is expected and computer literary and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital documents and evidence in cases and utilizing the digital case management system. Effective Communicator:
Clear and professional oral and written communication is essential to anyone working in the legal field. Ability to Maintain Confidentiality:
Strict confidentiality is required due to the nature of the work performed. Independent Worker:
Taking initiative, exercising sound judgment, and following directions with minimal supervision is critical in our offices. The best candidate for this position will have the opportunity to utilize and acquire a wide range of investigative and paralegal skills. The incumbent will join a team of professionals, committed to public service.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of training under a formally established Paralegal 1-2 flexible staffing training plan with the State of Alaska;
OR
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:
Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Administrative Law: Knowledge of State and federal administrative laws, including procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to case preparation and settlements. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations). Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Post-secondary and/or vocational education in a legal, paralegal, criminal justice, or similar legal support area and/or experience performing paraprofessional legal investigation, discovery, and providing support in the preparation of legal cases, reports, documents, and exhibits.
Additional Required Information
At time of application applicants are requested to submit
:
Copy of transcripts if using to meet MQs (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts). At time of interview applicants are requested to submit: Three (3) supervisory references; Two (2) writing samples; and Last three (3) performance evaluations. EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.
WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to .
For applicant password assistance please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:
Erika Prieksat
Investigator 5
Phone: (907) 269-8124
Fax: (907) 269-8195
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes
typical
benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Group-based insurance premiums for
Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
See for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
$29.73 - $31.22 Hourly
Location :
Anchorage or Juneau, AK
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
48587
Department:
Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
Division:
Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
Opening Date:
12/31/2024
Closing Date:
1/15/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division:
Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
Position Open To:
Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit:
General Government
Range:
16
Job Description
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development,
Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing is recruiting for Paralegal 2 located in Anchorage or Juneau!
What you will be doing: At the Corporation, Business and Professional Licensing Division, Paralegals serve to ensure competent, professional, and regulated services are delivered to the community by investigating alleged continuing education violations of statutes and regulations governing 43 different licensed professions in the State of Alaska. The Paralegal is the Division's focal point for all Freedom of Information Act document requests in accordance with the Alaska Public Records Act. The paralegal is further responsible for reporting of professional licensing disciplinary actions to national databanks as required by law.
Our organization, mission and culture: The mission of the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing is to ensure that competent, professional and regulated commercial services are available to Alaska consumers. The investigation unit supports this mission by investigating and reporting allegations against Alaska's licensed professionals who violate the laws governing their licenses. The benefits of joining our team: Flexible work schedules, friendly team atmosphere, training opportunities, and a comprehensive employee benefits package to include retirement, health insurance, and paid holidays. The CBPL investigative unit has flexibility with in-person team work and independent remote work.
The working environment you can expect: This position may be filled in Juneau or Anchorage, Alaska. The Juneau office is located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in beautiful downtown Juneau. The Anchorage office is located in downtown Anchorage inside the Atwood Building on the 15th floor; close to the park strip, restaurants, coffee huts, and shopping. Employee parking is located across the street in the Linny Pacillo Parking Garage in Anchorage. Teleworking will be considered for suitable applicants after training has been completed.
Who we are looking for:
Research:
Knowledge of the legal and investigative principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including steps, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results Reasoning:
Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions. Technological Competency:
Competency with standard office equipment is expected and computer literary and fluency with Microsoft Office is essential to handling the large volume of digital documents and evidence in cases and utilizing the digital case management system. Effective Communicator:
Clear and professional oral and written communication is essential to anyone working in the legal field. Ability to Maintain Confidentiality:
Strict confidentiality is required due to the nature of the work performed. Independent Worker:
Taking initiative, exercising sound judgment, and following directions with minimal supervision is critical in our offices. The best candidate for this position will have the opportunity to utilize and acquire a wide range of investigative and paralegal skills. The incumbent will join a team of professionals, committed to public service.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of training under a formally established Paralegal 1-2 flexible staffing training plan with the State of Alaska;
OR
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:
Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Administrative Law: Knowledge of State and federal administrative laws, including procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to case preparation and settlements. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations). Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Post-secondary and/or vocational education in a legal, paralegal, criminal justice, or similar legal support area and/or experience performing paraprofessional legal investigation, discovery, and providing support in the preparation of legal cases, reports, documents, and exhibits.
Additional Required Information
At time of application applicants are requested to submit
:
Copy of transcripts if using to meet MQs (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts). At time of interview applicants are requested to submit: Three (3) supervisory references; Two (2) writing samples; and Last three (3) performance evaluations. EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.
WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to .
For applicant password assistance please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:
Erika Prieksat
Investigator 5
Phone: (907) 269-8124
Fax: (907) 269-8195
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes
typical
benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Group-based insurance premiums for
Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
See for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year