Paralegal/Legal Assistant 2 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

24.16

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Writing, Customer Service, Communication, Attention to Detail, Organization, Contract Drafting, Litigation Management, Budget Review, File Maintenance, Statute Research, Template Development, Amendment Drafting, Project Management, Data Gathering, Compliance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Office of Legal & Acquisition Services The Office of Contracts and Acquisitions (OCA) is housed within the Office of Legal and Acquisition Services (OLAS) and has the expertise and authority for creating agreements and contracts and overseeing the acquisition of goods and services for ODJFS. The mission of OCA is to meet and maintain the highest level of compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, policies, and procedures for acquisitions and contracting for ODJFS and to establish and maintain public trust and confidence in the stewardship of taxpayer funds. This position primarily will support OCA but also will provide general legal support for OLAS. What You Will Do Under general supervision, conduct legal assistance interviews with internal and external clients requesting specialized services in the development of acquisition or procurement documents related to goods and services. Prioritize workload queue, review and verify budgets and other agreement documentation, create and maintain files, work with ODJFS staff to develop deliverables and grant activities. Research federal and state statutes, agency directives, policies, and procedures relevant to the specific request. Determine the best legal format, template, and structure necessary to meet the client’s goals and objectives. Incorporate required technical legal content into contracts (e.g., fixed-priced, time-and-materials, cost reimbursement) and agreements (e.g., grants, interagency, interbranch). Draft amendments and modifications to contracts and agreements to address changing requirements or correct existing legal terms. Assist with managing litigation and other legal matters for the agency. Challenges OCA is a fast-paced environment due to the hundreds of agreements processed each year. Strong organization skills, ability to work on several projects concurrently, and the ability to turn work around quickly is necessary. Key Strengths Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential for this position, which includes regular communication with internal OCA staff, and program and support offices within ODJFS. Attention to detail is critical for accurately drafting and formatting agreements. Ability to use proper research methods to gather data. Ability to manage multiple variables and recommend a specific course of action. Schedule: Full Time Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Location: James A. Rhodes State Office Tower 30 East Broad St., Floor 31, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio. PN(s): 20036684 The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following: Option 1: Successful completion of certification program for paralegal or legal assistant. AND 2 yrs. exp. in Legal Research & Writing. Or Option 2: 24 mos. Law School Training. Or Option 3: 36 mos. exp. as Paralegal/Legal Assistant 1, 63810. Or Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered. Pay Information This position is in the State of Ohio’s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 29. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $24.16 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below. Pay Range 29 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Hourly $24.16 $24.86 $25.77 $26.76 $27.92 $29.22 $30.55 Annual $50,253 $51,709 $53,602 $55,661 $58,074 $60,778 $63,544 Months of Employment At Hire 6 Months 18 Months 30 Months 42 Months 54 Months 66 Months

Responsibilities

The position involves conducting legal assistance interviews, prioritizing workload, and drafting contracts and agreements. Additionally, it includes managing litigation and providing general legal support.