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Overview

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) seeks to fill a Paralegal position in the Civil Division. A career with the Vermont AGO provides the opportunity to do meaningful work. Legal support professionals receive on-the-job and other training to provide them with the tools they need for success, growth, and career advancement.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

The position entails advanced paralegal work to support up to eight (8) attorneys engaged in litigation, which includes, but is not limited to:

• Drafting legal documents and pleadings
• Preparing discovery requests and responses
• Assembling exhibits, gathering information and evidence
• Legal drafting correspondence
• Liaison with state agencies and law firms
• Assemble litigation exhibits and binders
• Proofread and file legal documents in state and federal courts
• 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
• 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
• Update Statute Sets

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.

Who May Apply

This position, AGO Paralegal I (Job Req #50666), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• AGO Paralegal I (#50666)
• AGO Paralegal II (#50706)
• AGO Paralegal III (#50707)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Laura Rowntree at laura.rowntree@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in office settings. Some work in the field could on rare occasions necessitate travel for which incumbents should have private means of transportation available. Some evening or overtime work may be required. Incumbents must be able to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and deal tactfully with the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in criminal justice, law, or related legal field AND three (3) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.

OR

Six (6) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

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