Government, Interviewing Skills, Law Enforcement, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Paralegal, Prepare Correspondence
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.
The Prince George's County Office of Law is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill some Paralegal (Paralegal 1G) grade G15 positions, in the Government Operations Division.
This position is being reposted. Individuals who previously submitted an application for this vacancy do not need to submit a new application.
About the Position
This is a dually allocated entry-level para-professional work in support of major legal activity within the County government. Incumbents perform a variety of tasks related to client needs under the general direction and support of more senior paralegals, law clerks and practicing attorneys. Incumbents assist with various legal assignments including but not limited to: preparing legal correspondence and documents, performing legal and factual research, conducting interviews, and performing other related legal support work. A significant aspect of this work involves working effectively and tactfully with people from all socio-economic backgrounds. Work is performed according to established procedures. Incumbents use judgment to recognize circumstances requiring further clarification or information.
About the Agency
The mission of the Office of Law is to provide the County government and its agencies, boards and commissions with cost effective, quality representation in all matters requiring legal advice and review, to diligently and fairly enforce the civil laws of the County, and to be responsible and proactive in providing legal services and advice to our clients. The Office of Law is comprised of three divisions, each of which is supervised by a Deputy County Attorney. The divisions are: Litigation, Transactional, and Government Operations.
Job Type: Probationary FT
Agency: Office of Law
Location: 1301 McCormick Dr, Largo
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Prince George's County Government, MD