Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 1221 SW 4th Ave , PORTLAND OR 97203
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position. Union Representation: Non-represented, no union affiliation.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter.
The Paralegal performs Paralegal duties under the supervision of attorneys conducting legal work on behalf of the City of Portland.
Duties include assisting in the investigation and analysis of legal claims and the preparation of cases for trial in conformance with stringent court deadlines and complex legal requirements; drafting legal and trial documents; preparing witnesses; assembling and maintaining document databases; coordinating the discovery process including, but not limited to, developing privilege logs; supervising document review and production of documents to outside parties and eDiscovery; preparing trial notebooks and exhibits; and developing and maintaining new or existing programs that benefit the City. Paralegals work in all litigation areas, including tort, employment, workers' compensation, construction and land use, as well as in the area of general advice work and public records requests. The ideal candidate is:
• An Experienced Paralegal: A professional Paralegal with at least ten years of experience performing the work of a Paralegal, with a specific focus on Litigation. Employment litigation experience is a plus.
• An Excellent Communicator: A strong communicator, both in writing and verbally, with the ability to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively with clients, witnesses, experts, and internal/external stakeholders.
• An Excellent Writer: Able to draft various documents including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests/responses.
• Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced environment.
• A Problem Solver: Can issue spot, identify problems early, and utilize active listening and effective communication to find resolutions.
• Detail Oriented: Strong attention to detail, long-range planning abilities, and task prioritization skills.
• Technologically Savvy: Strong with Microsoft Suite, eDiscovery databases, and trial presentation software. Experience with technology is an asset in this position. Questions?:
Terrol Johnson
Senior Recruiter
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their work experience meets the minimum qualification list below. Competitive candidates will also address in their cover letter how their education, training, work experience, and/or lived experience meet each of the items listed in the Ideal Candidate description above.
1. Ten Years of Experience as a Litigation Paralegal. In addition to the cover letter and resume, submit a separate statement in approximately 500 words or less describing: 1) your experiences or participation with one or more of the following, and 2) what you learned:
• Experiences living, working, and/or interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities;
• Situations in which you have taken action to help resolve racial inequities;
• Steps you have taken to make workplaces and/or public spaces more inclusive; or
• Advocacy or support as a member of a historically underrepresented group in government decision-making.
If your experiences are different from those listed and you have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please explain how you would demonstrate that commitment in this position. STEP 1: Apply online between March 18 , 2024 – April 1, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
Do not attach materials not requested. All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 1, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of April 8, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
