GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 21020019

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 21020019

state of floridaOcala, FL

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$25,000 per year

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 21020019 Date: Aug 17, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website. Requisition No:881700 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 21020019 Click on the“Career Opportunities”icon. Scroll down to the link,“Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here.”Complete the “mini” job application andattach your current resume. SelectMARION COUNTYfor the job locationOREmail your mini application and resume directly toC5.Apps@gal.fl.govABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child-centered representation. The Guardian ad Litem Paralegal Specialist performs a variety of secretarial, administrative support, and clerical duties for Attorneys in a local GAL Circuit office. The Paralegal Specialist works independently under the general supervision of the Managing Attorney or Circuit Director and must exercise discretion with sensitive and confidential information. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www.guardianadlitem.org As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. As a full-time employee, your insurance rate will be significantly low due to the contribution of the State of Florida. In fact, single coverage is as low as $50 per month, with family coverage costing only $180 per month. While the rates are higher for halftime employees, health insurance options are still available if you are in a salaried position.
BENEFITS: OF WORKING FOR THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE:State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options Flexible spending account Nine paid state holidays each calendar year One paid personal holiday each fiscal year 13 paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year 13 paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year with an increase after five years Life insurance of $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage Public Loan Forgiveness Program State tuition waiversABOUT THE WORK The Paralegal may: Cite check, proofread, and finalize legal briefs, subject to supervision. Maintain case files, court calendars, and litigation timetables. Prepare case summaries, pleadings, orders, and summons under the supervision of an attorney. Draft and file pleadings and motions for attorneys. Establish working relationships with State Courts Systems personnel, private attorneys and law firms, outside organizations, and the public. Gather and analyze research data.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: REQUIREMENTSCompletion of a training program to become a legal assistant, a paralegal, a legal paraprofessional or a lawyer's or attorney's assistant; orA degree or certificate in legal technology, legal administration, legal studies or allied legal services; or Graduation from a school of law; or( The Executive Director or designee may waiver the required training and experience)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of legal citation and Bluebook. Knowledge of legal terminology. Knowledge of law and legal procedure. Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and writing mechanics. Ability to perform legal writing. Ability to research legal documents and legal references. Ability to comprehend and interpret information. Ability to maintain files. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.

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$25,000 per year

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Ocala, FL

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Paralegals and Legal Assistants

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