Benefits of Employment

Insurance: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and an Employee Assistance Program. Supplemental Life may be purchased at group rates.

Paid Time Off: Twelve (12) holidays, vacation time (after 6 months) of three (3) weeks per year for the first eight (8) years of service, and sick time.

Retirement: Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and Deferred Compensation Plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

Performs diverse support and clerical duties for the in-house attorneys in the Court’s Legal Department.

Formats and reviews contracts and ensures that all supporting documentation and approvals are complete.

Maintains a system for tracking contracts and related documentation in collaboration with the Legal and Fiscal Departments.

Reviews invoices for purposes of contract monitoring and compliance.

Provides routine calendaring assistance using Outlook (e.g., due dates, scheduling meetings, etc.).

Supports internal and external attorneys with investigation, mediation, arbitration, and/or litigation tasks, including interrogatories and other discovery requests.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Has no direct supervisory responsibility for staff members.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment and office technology such as copy machines, personal computers, and telephones.

Confidential Data

All court-related information regarding hearings, etc. that the employee may come in contact with by working in the facility.

Working Conditions

Potential exposure to hazardous situations that may occur in the court environment. Must be able to tolerate exposure to evidence and testimony that may be disturbing; clients who may potentially be verbally or physically uncooperative; allergens, such as perfumes and dust. Works in a general office setting with moderate noise levels. May be subject to interruptions, quick deliverables, and changing work deadlines.

Usual Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, to speak clearly, and to hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Ability to type 50 wpm on automated system, use proper grammar and spelling, and organize work assignments to complete work in a timely manner. Must be a quick learner. Must make good use of time and be well-organized with attention to detail and accuracy; handle routine duties without constant supervision; ability to maintain confidentiality and attorney-client privilege; establish and maintain positive working relationships with Court officials and the public; effective oral and written communication skills; ability to work with numbers, including basic understanding of arithmetic. Must be computer literate—proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to acquire knowledge and use of MS Planner and Access and the Court’s case management system; strong skill set in entering, maintaining, and verifying data.

Education and/or Experience

Associate’s Degree or higher level of education in related field required.  Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or completion of ABA-approved paralegal program preferred.

AND

Some related work experience preferred.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

NFPA CORE or Registered Paralegal, OSBA Certified Paralegal, or NALA Certified Paralegal preferred.

Court Expectations of Employee

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job, and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Court Mission Statement

To administer justice, rehabilitate juveniles, support and strengthen families, and promote public safety.

Application Procedure

Current Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division Employees:

• The deadline to apply is _8/25/23_.
• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings-internal to complete and submit the Job Posting Response Form to the Human Resources Division.
• The Job Posting Response form must be received in Human Resources by the job posting deadline for consideration as a candidate for the posted position.
• If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you can submit a waiver to Human Resources. Please refer to the Employee Handbook Policy number 1.02.04.

External Applicants:

• This position will remain posted until filled.
• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings to view this posting and to complete and submit the Application for Employment.

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