Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

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Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Gittis Legal Clinics Paralegal (Academic/Teaching Law Firm)

Job Profile Title

Coordinator, Program

Job Description Summary

Job Description

The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is one of the nation’s oldest and most distinguished law schools. The Law School offers a unique approach, incorporating cross-disciplinary legal education, a distinctly collaborative environment, and an innovative curriculum to enrich student learning. The small and highly interdisciplinary faculty achieves scholarly excellence while emphasizing a shared effort to advance understanding of the law. The result is an intellectual community that bridges traditional boundaries and disciplines within a renowned internal culture of collegiality, making the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School an extraordinarily supportive academic community for all its members.

Penn Carey Law staff fulfill a critical role in providing a world-class educational environment, supporting faculty, students, alumni, and fellow staff members in a collegial, inclusive setting.

The Gittis Legal Clinics are Penn Carey Law’s teaching law firm, comprised of eight in-house clinics and a robust externship program that offer students unique opportunities to develop essential lawyering skills and professional values from experiential learning in diverse practice areas. The Gittis Legal Clinics have a special mission to meet the educational needs of students while addressing critical legal needs of clients and underserved communities.

The Paralegal for the Gittis Legal Clinics provides paralegal and administrative support and helps to educate law students about working in a professional law office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, creative paralegal to participate in the training and preparation of law students for legal practice as well as to handle legal matters when students are unavailable. The Gittis Legal Clinics Paralegal works collaboratively with faculty and staff colleagues to ensure the successful delivery of high quality educational and legal services. Legal services may involve representation or advocacy in state and federal courts as well as before local, state, federal, and international agencies and legislative bodies.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered.

The Gittis Legal Clinics Paralegal will serve as a vital member of the Gittis Legal Clinics staff team and report directly to the Gittis Legal Clinics Executive Director.

This full-time position (35 hours per week) is hybrid eligible, consistent with Penn Human Resources policy. Physical presence at the Law School is routinely expected, although duties and responsibilities may be handled remotely at times.

Responsibilities include:

Legal and Administrative Support

+ Provide support to law students and clinical faculty representing clients and working on special projects in a broad range of litigation practice areas, including disability, employment, consumer protection, family law, guardianship, housing and landlord-tenant, immigration law, civil rights, human rights, and public benefits law.

+ Assist with referral, selection, and intake of cases and monitor all stages of legal client representation, including performing conflict checks and gathering pertinent client information.

+ Train on, model, and ensure clear and efficient communication between students and their clients, team partners, and clinical faculty.

+ Open, maintain, organize, and close case files, both in electronic and paper format.

+ Stay up to date with court and administrative rules and filing procedures and assist in preparation, production, and submission of administrative and judicial pleadings and other filings (both e-filings and paper filings), and handle service of process in municipal, state, and federal courts.

+ Maintain, and train law students to maintain, client/casework databases and a litigation calendar by tracking case events and filing deadlines. Handle case logistics, including communication with court personnel and others, and conduct case-related research as needed.

+ Assist students in preparing correspondence, including engagement, introduction, and closing letters to clients, among other documents.

+ Support faculty with ongoing casework, including preparation of correspondence when students are unavailable.

+ Working with law students, manage transition and closure of client files, including but not limited to meetings with students and faculty, review of client/casework databases, and organization of files.

+ Provide assistance with students’ various policy projects with partner organizations, educational outreach to client communities, and outreach-related case management, as needed.

+ Use iManage document management software, Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, SharePoint, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, LegalServer, and other electronic platforms for both case file maintenance and semester preparation.

+ Coordinate communication between the Gittis Legal Clinics and external vendors, including interpreters, translators, process servers, court reporters, and international publishers; arrange for interpretation and translation for clients with limited English proficiency.

+ Demonstrate excellent spoken and written communication skills in person and while using multiple course and communication platforms, including Canvas, Outlook, MS Teams, DocuSign, Zoom, and Skype.

+ Assist with clients and visitors and handle incoming and outgoing mail.

Clinical Course Support and Training

+ Assist faculty in using Canvas functions and other tools for smooth course management, including by researching, maintaining, and disseminating curriculum materials.

+ Provide logistical coordination and other support for legal practice simulations, classroom exercises, guest speakers, and other course-related activities.

+ Train students in office policies and procedures, client and document management systems, case file maintenance, use of legal, office, and communication tools, and law office professional conduct.

+ Design/edit training materials and provide routine training to students and faculty in using technology and case management tools effectively. Trouble-shoot technology problems with the law school IT department and/or external support teams/consultants.

+ Handle other clinic litigation and project duties as needed.

General Clinic Support

+ Collaborate with the Gittis Legal Clinics faculty and staff team to ensure a cohesive and smooth-functioning law office.

+ Contribute daily to a professional, welcoming, collaborative, comfortable, inclusive, and creative problem-solving environment.

+ Represent the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and the Gittis Legal Clinics, as needed, to visitors, callers, and external partners.

+ Provide interpretation and translation in Spanish and English, if candidate has an appropriate level of proficiency.

Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned

Candidate Qualifications:

Candidates must submit a cover letter and a resume to be considered. (Upload cover letter with resume in Careers@Penn portal). A Bachelor’s Degree, Associate Degree, and/or paralegal certificate plus three years of experience in a law firm, public interest/legal services organization, corporate law department or other legal environment are required. Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish is highly desirable.

Demonstrated experience with varied aspects of civil trial preparation, including federal and state electronic filing; preparing tables of authorities; scheduling and setting up depositions; preparing exhibits; organizing and preparing briefs; and researching rules of civil procedure and court protocols. Demonstrated experience providing professional training, teaching support, tutoring, community education, or otherwise helping people learn new information and/or skills. Must demonstrate an appreciation for the mission of the Gittis Legal Clinics, the clients we serve, and the students we educate. Must understand the importance of confidentially in the legal field and handle sensitive information with care and discretion. Must have an affinity for working with clients with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Also required: excellent coordination and organizational skills, including keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work; excellent ability to communicate orally with a wide variety of constituents; critical thinking skills and a proven ability to engage in problem-solving creatively and diligently; and competency in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).

In addition, these attributes are highly valued:

+ Enthusiasm for contributing to others’ professional development and high quality services and work products.

+ A background and/or experiences that will contribute to the diversity, vitality, and cultural perspective of our clinical education program, staff, and clients;

+ Experience with using interpreters, translators, and other language access resources;

+ The ability to learn quickly and think creatively;

+ A willingness to embrace new technology;

+ The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and prioritize, and manage tasks under pressure;

+ A commitment to learning new systems and improving upon existing systems;

+ The ability to work well both independently and collaboratively; and

+ Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, and initiative.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Law School

Pay Range

$24.13 - $40.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.

+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. The University of Pennsylvania prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 25-PAW-AP-12644947-ST. Responsibilities As the primary Legal Assistant (Office Automation) in the Appellate Division you will be responsible for directly and independently supporting Assistant United States Attorneys by providing a wide variety of technical assistance services related to complex civil and/or criminal appeals. Duties include: - Preparing and processing a wide variety of legal documents, many of which are voluminous and complex in format- Conducting research using various legal and non-legal databases and websites. - Compiling and indexing bibliographies of source material and verifying citations. - Acting as a legal assistance subject matter expert by providing training, guidance, and technical assistance to other legal support staff. - Applying fact-finding techniques to gather appropriate information in conjunction with specific legal issues. - Providing requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions, and general procedures of the office. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-8: To be eligible at the GS-8 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents which are characteristically voluminous and complex in format (e.g. pleadings, stipulations, motions, briefs, affidavits, complaints, orders and subpoenas); obtaining information from files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources; conducting factual and legal research and providing requested information to attorneys; aiding in the preparation and organization of evidence for use in trial. To be qualified, you must type at least 40 words per minute based on a 5 minute sample with three or fewer errors. (A typing test may later be required.) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Education Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this series/grade level. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to All U.S. Citizens and Nationals under 24-PAW-12644948-DE. Responsibilities As the primary Legal Assistant (Office Automation) in the Appellate Division you will be responsible for directly and independently supporting Assistant United States Attorneys by providing a wide variety of technical assistance services related to complex civil and/or criminal appeals. Duties include: - Preparing and processing a wide variety of legal documents, many of which are voluminous and complex in format - Conducting research using various legal and non-legal databases and websites. - Compiling and indexing bibliographies of source material and verifying citations. - Acting as a legal assistance subject matter expert by providing training, guidance, and technical assistance to other legal support staff. - Applying fact-finding techniques to gather appropriate information in conjunction with specific legal issues. - Providing requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions, and general procedures of the office. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-8: To be eligible at the GS-8 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents which are characteristically voluminous and complex in format (e.g. pleadings, stipulations, motions, briefs, affidavits, complaints, orders and subpoenas); obtaining information from files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources; conducting factual and legal research and providing requested information to attorneys; aiding in the preparation and organization of evidence for use in trial. To be qualified, you must type at least 40 words per minute based on a 5 minute sample with three or fewer errors. (A typing test may later be required.) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) -VEOA allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement. Special Employment Consideration - Persons with disabilities, veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more, certain other veterans, spouses of certain members of the armed forces, and returning Peace Corps volunteers are examples of individuals who are potentially eligible for non-competitive appointments. For further information, click on the links provided below . You must specify in your online questionnaire under what authority you wish to be considered and submit appropriate documentation to verify your eligibility. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities Links: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=Types-of-Appointments Education Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this series/grade level. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/. Political Appointees (Current and Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Summary If selected, you will provide supervision of the paralegals and technical support to SEC legal staff engaged in the development and production of administrative, civil, and criminal contempt cases in violation of federal securities laws. Responsibilities At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. Duties Include: Serves as a supervisor and senior paralegal specialist providing support for the SEC Enforcement Division in the PLRO. Provides supervision for assigned unit personnel engaged in providing paralegal support for the SEC Enforcement Division in the PLRO. Utilize the most recent technological advances and databases; maintain proper control of all legal exhibits and documents; and serve as a technical resource for all cases with the SEC Enforcement Division in the PLRO. Represents the office in connection with issues and developments relating to paralegal operations in the PLRO in meetings with staff internal and external to the agency, including other federal agencies and the securities industry. Conducts the most complex research; develops substantive summaries; drafts a wide variety of legal documents; interviews witnesses; reviews pleadings, motions, and other legal documents. Provides trial support for the most complex and high-profile cases; resolves complex problems associated with all functions in the PLRO paralegal program including, but not limited to complex federal court filings, judgments, and collections and distributions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-12 level. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: SK-13: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-12 level: Specialized Experience Include: (1) Planning and assigning work, setting priorities, establishing performance expectations, training and evaluating staff; (2) Provides advice and counsel to employees relative to work administrative matters, including workload prioritization and meeting deadlines; (3) Designs professional development opportunities, and assists managers with allocating administrative resources; (4) Prepares for hearings and court appearances by briefing attorneys or administrative law judges by assembling, arranging, and managing case files, documents, and exhibits; (5) Conducts factual and legal research; (6) Serves as a senior paralegal to staff in the development of legal cases, including preparing for trial and providing support at trial. Education Additional Information Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, please visit http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/ IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be well-qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified when receiving an adjudicated score of 80 or higher. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact [email protected]. For religious-based accommodations, please contact [email protected] . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: race, color, sex (not limited to conduct which is sexual in nature, includes pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status), age (40 and over), religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, retaliation for participating in the EEO process or opposing discrimination. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].

**Working Location:** **PENNSYLVANIA, CENTER VALLEY**

**Workplace Flexibility:** **Hybrid**

**_For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. ​_** **_​_**

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Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

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Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

**Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.**

Learn more about Life at Olympus (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers) .

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**Job Description**

The Transactional Paralegal II is responsible for initiating and producing work at a high level of competence in one or more areas of law in support of attorneys in the Legal Department and/or business clients. These services include a wide variety of project management, para-professional and support services for the Legal Department. Knowledge and an understanding of diverse practice areas, processes, laws, rules and regulations are required. The specific duties of the Transactional Paralegal II may vary based on Legal Department needs and will include, but not be limited to assisting with a variety of transactional documents.

**Job Duties**

+ Draft, review and negotiate agreements and other legal documents under supervision of an attorney.

+ Assist in the creation and enhancement of template agreements and playbooks.

+ Attend and/or lead meetings and conference calls with business groups and clients, as well as vendors, customers, outside counsel, and opposing counsel. Follow up on action items with attorneys to ensure they are addressed and resolved.

+ Ensure compliance with various federal, state and local laws, along with company policies.

+ Assist in performing research regarding various areas of the law.

+ Assist in the implementation of programs and projects designed to ensure continued compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.

+ Manage special projects and perform other duties as directed by attorneys in Legal Department.

+ Manage the intake process for requests for legal review of contracts, ensuring all necessary information is collected and documented.

+ Maintain and organize contract files and databases, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

**Job Qualifications**

**Required:**

+ Bachelor of Art or Science degree preferred, or paralegal certificate or equivalent knowledge required.

+ A minimum of three (3) years of paralegal or equivalent experience is required.

**Preferred:**

+ Prior experience in a corporate legal department is a plus.

+ Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology.

+ Preferred background in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Agreements related to the sale and distribution of products, Supply, Development, Master Services, Consulting, Product Purchases, Clinical Trials, HCP Consulting, data privacy, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.

+ Preferred experience with regulations and contractual matters impacting medical devices or similar industries such as the FDA regulations, OIG guidance, health care fraud and abuse, HIPAA, GDPR, and Open Payments.

**Why join Olympus?**

_We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture._

**Equitable Offerings you can count on:**

+ Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match

+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date

+ 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

+ Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs

+ Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time

+ Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*

+ 12 Paid Holidays

+ On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

**Connected Culture you can embrace:**

+ Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset

+ Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments

+ Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs

+ Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives including Employee Resource Groups

+ Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs

+ Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

**Are you ready to be a part of our team?**

Learn more about our benefit and incentives (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks) .

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .

**Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace**

We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.

**Let’s realize your potential, together.**

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

**Applicants with Disabilities:**

As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at [email protected]. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

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**Sr. Paralegal – Office of the Corporate Secretary**

**DESCRIPTION** **:**

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join Cigna’s Legal and Corporate Affairs department. The Sr. Paralegal will work with the Shared Services Team for Legal & Corporate Affairs, supporting the Office of the Corporate Secretary (OCS). The primary responsibilities include entity management, drafting and obtaining board/shareholder consents, and providing governance advice for subsidiaries. The Sr. Paralegal will interface directly with directors and officers of subsidiary boards, key business partners, including Treasury, Regulatory and Compliance teams and provide support to attorneys and other paralegals as needed.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** **:**

+ Maintain corporate records and prepare reports for a specific portfolio of The Cigna Group’s subsidiaries

+ Assist with the preparation of filings required for corporate formations, withdrawals, dissolutions, mergers and acquisitions.

+ Draft resolutions, written consents, secretary/officer certificates and similar documentation.

+ Monitor and ensure compliance with legal and governance requirements.

+ Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers, such as registered agents and auditors.

+ Work with OCS team to identify and implement best practices regarding subsidiary governance.

+ Handle special projects or additional responsibilities as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS** **:**

+ Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred

+ **5+ years of experience in corporate governance, preferably in a corporate legal department.**

+ Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, subsidiary management, and best practices.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to work under tight deadlines, carry out multiple related activities simultaneously, proactively identify issues and provide strategic advice.

+ Ability to efficiently and effectively manage complex and high-profile issues and competing priorities.

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.

+ Experience using BoardVantage and/or Diligent is a plus.

+ This is a Hybrid role and requires someone to be in the office 3 days a week.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

**About The Cigna Group**

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

_Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws._

_If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email:_ [email protected]_ _for support. Do not email_ [email protected]_ _for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response._

_The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State._

_Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner_ _consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances._

**Description**

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking a Taxation and Wealth Planning Paralegal with a minimum of eight (8) years of experience for our Blue Bell, PA office.

We are a well-established trusts and estates team with a deep client base. Our work is varied, interesting, and meaningful. We set high standards for our work product and client service. We function collaboratively, including working closely with attorneys, paralegals and other colleagues, value supportive work relationships and offer our paralegals the opportunity to make significant contributions while continuing to increase their knowledge and skills.

**Primary Responsibilities**

+ Calendar management, including tax-related deadlines and client calls/meetings.

+ Preparation of Federal and State estate Tax Returns and Federal Gift Tax Returns.

+ Estate administration, including prepare and file probate documents, advise and respond to clients.

+ Trust administration, including prepare withdrawal right notices and appointments of successor trustees.

+ Prepare trust and estate accountings.

+ Draft simple wills and correspondence.

+ Apply for tax identification numbers.

+ Prepare and file deeds and related documents, review deed records.

+ Form entities with Secretary of State office.

+ Prepare corporate minutes and maintain minute books.

+ Calculate taxes, tax exemptions, and executor fees.

+ Basic research of local and state rules, federal statutes and IRS authority, provide written or verbal summary to the supervising attorney.

**Skills and Abilities**

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Strong problem-solving skills.

+ Strong organizational skills.

+ Ability to demonstrate flexibility, balance competing demands and effectively manage various projects simultaneously.

+ Ability to take initiative to improve processes while keeping team members informed.

+ Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality.

+ Ability to provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts.

+ Proficiency with office accounting methods and techniques, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook, as well as the ability to learn other programs.

+ Working knowledge of tax preparation software, such as EstateWorks, Gems, and Zane or similar products, very important.

+ Ability to work with numbers (e.g., basic math, spreadsheets, bank statements).

**Requirements**

+ BA or BS degree strongly preferred.

+ Associate's degree or paralegal certificate with eight years of comparable work experience.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS**

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**

Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

**VISUAL ACUITY**

Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

**DISCLAIMER**

_Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future._

_The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position._

_Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability_

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Saint-Gobain is currently searching for an action-oriented Litigation Paralegal with a collaborative and pro-active management style to join our corporate law department in our Malvern, PA location. The successful candidate will have experience serving as a trusted business partner and a high degree of comfort interacting with business colleagues at all levels within the company, including executive leaders.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

+ Independently supporting multiple Company businesses and providing day-to-day assistance with all phases of Warranty Claims and Product Liability case management including investigation, trial preparation, tracking, and communicating case-related dates/deadlines and information to the businesses and outside counsel.

+ Assisting with document production including reviewing and preparation of pleadings, documents, reports, and correspondence.

+ Handling monthly reporting to the businesses on litigation developments and legal spending.

+ Assisting in the preparation of answers to complaints, interrogatories, and responses to other written discovery and document production.

+ Preparing and managing the investigation and compilation of subpoena and other discovery responses, including communicating with issuing lawyers.

+ Utilizing matter management system and maintain case budgets.

+ Sending and tracking Legal Hold notifications and identify custodians.

+ Collecting and overseeing electronic employee devices on legal hold.

+ Maintaining accurate and current records of all aspects of projects relating to tracking, specifications, and chain of custody related to litigation issues.

+ Creating and maintaining process documents.

+ Tracking the export of electronically stored information to approved third party e-Discovery vendors or outside counsel.

+ Working with internal attorneys to conduct client custodian interviews.

+ Provide discovery recommendations, plans, timelines and estimates to the responsible in-house attorneys

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

+ Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

+ Notary commission preferred or willing to obtain commission

+ 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a litigation support role involving product liability/ mass tort and warranty case management either with a law firm or in-house

+ Experience managing outside counsel, project management, and discovery processes and technologies for e-discovery

+ Knowledge of litigation applications, discovery processes and technologies, including e-discovery

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

+ Adept at balancing priorities, multi-tasking, and being agile as situations arise

+ Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications including MS Office Suite, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, electronic billing, and ability to learn new software as required.

+ Comfortable working collaboratively with others, including outside counsel and vendors

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home (http://bit.ly/purpose-sgna) .

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options (https://bit.ly/2RZtfYI) includes, but is not limited to:

+ Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental

+ Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program

+ Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)

+ Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career

+ Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends

+ Employee Recognition Programs

+ PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace

+ LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Enviri is transforming the world to green, as a trusted global leader in providing a broad range of environmental services and related innovative solutions. The Company serves a diverse customer base by offering critical recycle and reuse solutions for their waste streams, enabling customers to address their most complex environmental challenges and to achieve their sustainability goals. Enviri is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and operates in more than 150 locations in over 30 countries. Additional information can be found at www.enviri.com .

Under the supervision of attorneys and other professionals, performs a range of legal, compliance and government relations duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Performs research. Compiles and summarizes information and documents. Coordinates ediscovery program.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

· Prepares memoranda, presentations and other documents at the direction of an attorney or other professional

· Gathers, triages, and organizes documents and information pursuant to internal investigations, subpoenas, discovery requests, and other external requirements

· Coordinates and tracks the collection of ediscovery materials

· Performs research including record searches, docket searches, and corporate history

· Provides general support to our Global Compliance program, including support of compliance initiatives, trainings and communications

· Helps with corporate law and corporate secretary functions including director and officer replacements and routine subsidiary management

· Provides support to the Government Relations function for internal financial reporting (accruals, invoice approvals, budget forecasts) as well as quarterly federal government lobbying disclosure data compilation (LD-2 report data)

· Maintains budgets, tracks spend vs. budgets, and prepares spend repo

Basic Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree

· Minimum five years’ experience supporting a legal department, law firm, or compliance department

Preferred Qualifications

· Notary Public

· High level of initiative

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Ability to demonstrate good judgment and be proactive

· Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete under time constraints

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data

· Ability to write in a clear and concise manner (including proofreading)

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office

· Must be able to multi-task, be flexible, and be able to prioritize and complete projects effectively and efficiently

Essential Functions

· Attention to detail

· The ability to read and understand documents and drawings

· The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers

· The ability to perform several tasks at once

· The ability to follow direction or instruction

· The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information

· Adherence to strict code of confidentiality and business ethics

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Community Legal Services, Inc. of Philadelphia (CLS) is a non-profit public interest agency providing free civil legal services to low-income Philadelphia residents. As the largest provider of free civil legal services in the Philadelphia area, CLS is both locally and nationally renowned as a premier legal services provider dedicated to ensuring access to justice for all low-income individuals and communities.

CLS is seeking a paralegal for its Housing Unit. This full-time position is responsible for interviewing potential clients both in person and over the telephone on a rotating basis with other unit members, providing advice and representation to the unit’s clients as well as maintaining a large number of client files, under the supervision of attorneys in the unit.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The job duties and responsibilities necessary for this position include:

+ Providing direct representation of clients in administrative proceedings, including representation at fair housing hearings, public housing grievance and admissions hearings;

+ Maintaining a client caseload and exercising independent professional judgment required of an advocate on all aspects of each individual case;

+ Assisting in negotiations with opposing parties, which will include frequent contact with landlords, public housing managers, apartment managers, public housing caseworkers, opposing counsel, etc.;

+ Assisting in litigation support, including drafting pleadings, affidavits, and discovery;

+ Conducting eligibility and substantive interviews in person and by telephone. Interviews may at times take place outside the regular office setting;

+ Providing basic information and referrals to applicants, including those ineligible for services;

+ Maintaining accurate and complete client files and administrative records, including data entry into client databases and other requirements, such as timekeeping;

+ Participating in policy advocacy around issues such as habitability, preservation of affordable housing, reasonable accommodations and barriers to housing due to domestic/sexual violence and criminal records;

+ Outreaching to community, including legal education presentations. Presentations may take place outside of the regular office setting, and after office hours;

+ Knowledge of other community resources for appropriate referrals;

+ Interviewing clients;

+ Obtaining relevant case facts and drafting thorough memoranda for the case handlers;

+ Negotiating favorable outcomes for clients; and

+ Giving clients advice under the supervision of attorneys.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and abilities:

+ Ability to learn a large volume of complex material quickly, initiative, strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact well in a multi-cultural environment.

+ Willingness and motivation to assist on substantive cases and administrative matters.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Two or four-year college degree

+ Strong interpersonal skills

+ Strong writing skills

+ Ability to deal with a high volume of direct client interaction

+ Word processing, Internet, and office skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Some substantive experience in Housing law is preferred, but not required

+ Experience in legislative or administrative advocacy, or experience with a social services agency or a nonprofit organization that advocates on behalf of the low-income individuals is preferred.

+ Proficiency in Office365/Microsoft Office (highly preferred)

+ Fluency in Spanish, including the ability to read and write fluently, and to translate written documents accurately is preferred

To Apply: CLS will accept applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. But applicants should apply by Thursday, October 31, 2024 to receive first round consideration. You can submit your application on CLS’s website online at https://clsphila.org/careers/ or submit your application below by clicking "Apply Now".

What to Include in your application: Please include a cover letter, resume, three professional references from current or former supervisors (identifying your relationship), and one brief writing sample (10 pages or less).

CLS values a diverse work environment and strongly encourages women, people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, people who have experienced poverty or homelessness and people who have had prior contact with the juvenile, criminal, or child welfare systems to apply. CLS invites all applicants to include in their cover letter a statement about how your unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.

Compensation: This is a full-time position covered by the collective bargaining agreement between CLS and the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees, AFL-CIO and its affiliate District 1199C. CLS asks for a minimum two-year commitment from individuals who accept an offer of employment for a paralegal position. The current minimum starting salary is $45,970 for entry-level applicants but that salary is subject to change or adjustment if an applicant has relevant years of experience and according to the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement. Raises and benefits are also governed by that agreement.

Benefits: CLS offers a very generous and competitive benefits package including 100% employer paid medical, life, and short/long-term disability benefits, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, and generous leave package.

Community Legal Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. CLS, Inc. does not discriminate in the selection of employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, genetics, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, CLS complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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