Paralegal 1/2 (PCN 03-0208)

$53,830 - $61,838/Yr

State Of Alaska - Anchorage, AK

Part-time - Entry Level

Anchorage, AK

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

This paralegal position will be assigned to the Special Litigation Section and will primarily work with the Consumer Protection Unit. The role involves managing incoming complaints to assess their nature, identifying trends and patterns, and maintaining section statistics for reporting to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The paralegal will provide direct support to investigators and attorneys by conducting research, drafting legal documents, managing evidence, and assisting in interviews. This position requires frequent interactions with the public and business representatives, necessitating outstanding interpersonal skills. The Consumer Protection Unit of the Attorney General's Office is dedicated to investigating unfair or deceptive business practices and filing legal actions on behalf of the State of Alaska to halt such practices. The unit also engages in informal mediation of consumer complaints, educates the public on consumer issues, proposes relevant legislation and regulations, enforces antitrust laws, and registers telemarketers, charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and sellers of business opportunities. Joining our team as a paralegal offers opportunities to learn about the legal system while engaging with consumers and businesses. Successful candidates will be reliable and present each day to work alongside their assigned attorneys, tackling various deadlines and legal projects. The position entails a 37.5-hour work week, 11 paid holidays, and personal leave accrual starting at 6 hours per pay period (approximately 21 days annually), which increases with years of service. Additionally, after completing the probationary period, there is an option for a hybrid telework schedule, with general office hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, allowing flexibility in establishing regular hours around core business hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming complaints to assess their nature and identify trends and patterns.
• Maintain section statistics for reporting to the FTC.
• Conduct research and draft legal documents to support investigations.
• Manage evidence and assist in interviews with complainants and witnesses.
• Support attorneys in the Consumer Protection Unit during investigations and potential litigation.
• Engage with the public and business representatives, demonstrating outstanding interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• Post-secondary and/or vocational education in a legal or legal support area.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, or processing legal documents such as affidavits, court reports, and demand letters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams) and Adobe.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Experience in civil litigation practice and knowledge of applicable court rules.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of State and federal administrative laws and procedures.
• Experience in paraprofessional legal investigation and discovery.
• Ability to deal calmly with high-stress situations and tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 11 paid holidays
• Personal leave accrual starting at 6 hours per pay period (about 21 days annually)
• Optional hybrid telework schedule after probationary period
• Flexibility in establishing regular hours around core business hours