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Metro Nashville Government

Paralegal - Department of Law

Metro Nashville Government, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247


Paralegal - Department of Law

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Paralegal - Department of Law

Salary

$57,958.26 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Non Civil Service

Job Number

DOL07572

Department

Legal

Opening Date

12/17/2024

Closing Date

1/17/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description

Benefits

Position Description

This full-time, Non Civil Service position is located with the Department of Law and provides advanced litigation support services for a team of attorneys. Performs related duties as required.

In the Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County, every department is vital. Whether Police, Fire, NDOT, General Services, Water, Finance, Library, Parks, Codes, Law, or any other, we all play a major part in making Nashville the “IT” City. So come and join us in doing “Work That Matters” so that you can “Build Your Career while Building Your Community.”

Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to:

Cynthia Gross

Chief of Staff

Cynthia.gross@nashville.gov

Please put Paralegal in subject line.

Typical Duties

Assists attorneys on prosecution of Metro Codes violations in Environmental Court on a weekly basis.

Drafts and reviews pleadings, orders, and other legal documents.

Responds to emails and phone calls from clients, citizens, and attorneys.

Assists with preparations for court hearings.

Researches matters upon request.

Assists attorneys by taking notes, organizing files, and performing administrative tasks.

Files, serves, and delivers documents with courts and parties and witnesses.

Establishes and maintains files and records.

Manages databases.

Performs other law related support services as required.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Paralegal Certificate and two (2) years of experience in a legal field

LICENSE REQUIRED

Valid Driver's License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the fundamentals of civil law and legal procedures

Knowledge of the fundamentals of the Tennessee court structure and the legal system of the United States

Knowledge of legal writing and research techniques

Ability to multi-task and manage a volume of cases

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to adapt in fast-paced environment

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

Agency

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx

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