Eligibility Alaska residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.What You Will Be Doing This position works in the Public Defender Agency's Anchorage office and is responsible for providing support to clients in the Agency's Municipal Defense sections and litigation support for the leadership team. The position also leads two law office assistants, providing training and guidance. This role involves working directly with clients in the office, in correctional facilities, and on the phone; coordinating with social service providers; and communicating regularly and effectively with attorneys and Agency administrators.Our Organization, Mission, and Culture The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel in many types of cases and the Public Defender Agency is appointed by the Court to represent people who are unable to afford counsel on their own. Paralegals are an integral part of providing that representation and protecting our clients' rights. Paralegals work closely with attorneys and other Agency staff to acquire complete records and transcripts, provide high‑level assistance on litigation preparation, and communicate with clients frequently in writing and over the phone. This position is essential to the success of this section by providing advanced administrative and legal support.The Benefits of Joining Our Team Support staff at the Public Defender Agency have the opportunity to learn about the legal system and hone their administrative skills to further their career development in the legal field. They work as a team to provide meaningful contributions to Alaska, impacting people's lives and protecting the constitutional rights of all Alaskans. This work helps improve case outcomes, re‑unifies families, and provides the foundation for successful re‑entry into communities. Many paralegals use the skills and experience gained to transition to investigative and administrative management positions within the Agency, the state of Alaska, or the private sector.Working Environment You Can Expect The office is located in downtown Anchorage near the Nesbett and Boney courthouses. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM with an hour lunch at noon. Downtown parking is provided by the Agency near the office. Frequent driving to correctional facilities to meet with clients or coordinate delivery of trial clothing is required.Competency Based Minimum Qualifications PI01B1 – Paralegal1 Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.Reading: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.Equivalent to those typically gained by post‑secondary and/or vocational education in a legal or legal support area and/or experience preparing, reviewing, or processing legal documents such as affidavits, court reports, demand letters, discovery requests or responses, hearing transcripts, memoranda of advice/instruction/understanding, letters of agreement, motions, legal opinions, subpoenas, and/or writs.PI01B2 – Paralegal2 Successful completion of training under a formally established Paralegal1‑2 flexible staffing training plan with the State of Alaska; OR any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.Administrative Law: Knowledge of State and federal administrative laws, including procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to case preparation and settlements.Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations).Equivalent to those typically gained by post‑secondary and/or vocational education in a legal, paralegal, criminal justice, or similar legal support area and/or experience performing paraprofessional legal investigation, discovery, and providing support in the preparation of legal cases, reports, documents, and exhibits.Special Note (All Levels) Positions may require incumbents to be able to obtain a Notary Public upon hire, and to be able to pass a criminal background check to meet security requirements for using criminal record networks such as Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) and National Crime Enforcement Information Center/National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NCIC/NLETS). If this requirement is present, it will be stated in the vacancy announcement.EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats may contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201.#J-18808-Ljbffr