Paralegal 1/2
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
418-228161-JAS
Department
DPS-Office of Management & Finance
Opening Date
11/04/2026
Closing Date
11/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
At the Department of Public Safety (DPS), Public Safety Services (PSS), Office of Legal Affairs (OLA), our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
We're looking for paralegals to join our legal division - a proactive, people-focused team working to attract and support the talent that drives our mission forward. The paralegal will perform a variety of legal tasks for attorneys/legal advisors in the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, Office of Legal Affairs.
If youre passionate about public service and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from candidates who share our values and commitment to the communities we serve.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of an approved Paralegal or Legal Assistant program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), or at an accredited college or university; OR
Possession of a Certified Paralegal (CP) certification issued by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.; OR
A Juris Doctorate.
NOTE:
Disbarred attorneys and those who have permanently resigned from the practice of law in lieu of discipline may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law. Suspended attorneys or an attorney transferred to disability inactive status during the period of suspension may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law unless such hiring is first preceded by the submission of a fully executed registration statement to the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, on a registration form provided by the Louisiana Disciplinary Board and approved by the Louisiana Supreme Court. See Rule 5.5(e)(1) of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct; In Re Davenport, 2021-01371 (La. 11/3/21) and 326 So.3d 882; In re Sharp, 2012- 2463 (La. 1/11/13), 106 So.3d 105. The hiring agency is responsible for conducting the necessary background checks prior to appointment.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
This position provides paralegal assistance to a team of attorneys in OLA, which is managed by an Assistant Secretary, General Counsel, three (3) Deputy General Counsels, one (1) Attorney Supervisor, and currently (7) seven attorneys.
Conducts legal research on a wide variety of issues and levels using Westlaw, law library, and other legal resources and materials. Communicates verbally by making and receiving phones calls, and in writing via email and formal correspondence, in a professional manner with the public, the judiciary, law enforcement officers, legal professionals and members of Public Safety Services. Assist with accepting services of legal citations and subpoenas for the agency and employees and distributes them properly.
Works as a second line assistant for composing briefs, memoranda, and other legal correspondence. Assist with drafting pleadings and setting up interviews with potential witnesses and gathering vital information needed in the preparation for hearings and or trials.
Assist with maintaining files and reference manuals/materials; ensures confidentiality of information, as necessary. Responsible for communicating with the legal staff about the receipt of documents in the office, and may need to deliver and pick up various material if needed
Responsible for maintaining the organization of the OLA's legal library.
Assist with the creating and maintaining electronic files in the OLA database and assist with the retention and destruction of paper files in the OLA file room.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position will be filled as a Paralegal 1 or 2.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Joel Sunsin
Human Resources
DPS/Human Resources Analyst B
7979 Independence Blvd., Suite 307
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Ph: 225-925-6068
Joel.Sunsin2@La.Gov
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship. Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.
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Did you list ALL of your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add before submitting.
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Have you completed an approved Paralegal or Legal Assistant program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) or at an accredited college or university?
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Do you possess a Certified Paralegal certification issued by the National Association of Legal Assistants or a Juris Doctorate?
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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