Overview
Manufacturer Response Form Writer/Billable Tech (Law Office) Jobs in Troy, MI at Miller, Canfield, Paddock & Stone
Description of Work
Are you a highly skilled paralegal looking to transition your expertise to a meaningful public service role? Join our team!
We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.
This Paralegal position works with the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of General Counsel and is assigned to the Public Safety Section of the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office. This position assists with the litigation of civil rights lawsuits, personnel cases, Crime Victims Compensation cases, OSHA cases, and other civil litigation.
Job duties for this position include:
Independently handling a full caseload of complex cases
Utilizing relevant software systems including ACIS, VCAP, WESTLAW, and/or Lexis-Nexis
Receiving requests for waivers from the federal courts and distribute these among staff
Preparing summaries of new cases and suggesting case assignments
Contacting insurance companies regarding coverage for contractors, travel nurses, and locum tenans physicians working at DPS facilities
Training new paralegals and administrative support staff
Maintaining pleading and forms directories
Assisting the Section Head with generating internal reports and statutorily-required external reports
Drafting and/or preparing a wide variety of legal documents including trial preparation reports; case summaries; summaries of medical and other records; questions for interviews of witness and questions for depositions; affidavits; pleadings; motions; orders; discoveries; statements of fact; and settlement documents in state, federal, and administrative court cases
Independently ensuring personal work and that of the paralegal team meet Department standards
Using computer databases to document, file, and retrieve legal documents
Gathering and organizing information and exhibits for attorneys
Contacting and scheduling witnesses and depositions
Attending witness interviews, courtroom hearings, and trials
Researching complex legal issues using computer research programs and manual research methods and/or the assistance of court clerks and reporters
Pursuing any issues that develop during the research process
Reviewing and analyzing research materials and court opinions to reach a decision on their applicability, including checking citations and authorities for research and briefs
This position requires the ability to:
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the laws relevant to the work of the Department of Public Safety
Remain organized in regard to personal caseload and administrative functions
Organize and maintain records and case files
Proofread and edit legal documents
Communicate clearly, logically, professionally, and effectively in written and oral form
Analyze and interpret statutes, case law, formal rules, policies, and procedural guidelines
Use logical thinking skills to resolve problems and questions
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Apply collaborative methods in an active litigation and operational environment
This position’s typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
Job duties for this position require some overtime work and travel. A valid driver’s license must be obtained by date of hire.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):
The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resources
[Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]
To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:
Experience with the rules of procedure in state and/or federal courts
Experience with administrative proceedings of cases in trial courts and/or appellate courts
Knowledge of the proper formats of legal documents
Experience with Microsoft Word
Experience using case management database technology
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Graduation from an appropriately accredited institution for paralegal training and three years of experience as a paralegal;
or Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of substantive paralegal experience;
or High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and seven years of paralegal experience performing delegated, substantive legal work;
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
Transcripts
Attaching transcripts is optional, however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.
Military Experience
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge – Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact MG Orman at [email protected].
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NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
Title: Manufacturer Response Form Writer/Billable Tech (Law Office)
Company: Miller, Canfield, Paddock & Stone
Location: Troy, MI
