Paralegal (Criminal)

Make your administrative talent count! 

The City and Borough of Juneau Law Department is seeking a Paralegal to join our Criminal Division staff. 

If you thrive on organization, multitasking, and keeping complex workflows humming, the City and Borough of Juneau Law Department offers an exciting next step. This fast-paced position serves as one of two indispensable partners to two municipal prosecutors, moving every misdemeanor case from the first police report through final disposition.

Each day begins with reviewing new charges and opening electronic case files; throughout the day, this position updates our electronic case management system, tracks court deadlines, and prepares routine legal documents such as motions and subpoenas under attorney direction. After an initial onsite training period, qualified employees may transition to a hybrid schedule that includes remote work. This position requires coordination with police officers, defense counsel, and court staff, ensuring that everyone has the right information at the right moment.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will have:

• Above all, a strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills
• Reliable and consistent attendance
• Excellent ability to navigate computer databases
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong ability to stay focused in a busy work environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes and improvements
• A collaborative spirit to accomplish assigned tasks and projects with a small high-energy team
• General familiarity with legal terminology, concepts, and research practice

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO WORK IN OUR DEPARTMENT

The Law Department consists of ten professionals split between the Criminal and Civil sections, lending big-picture exposure to department operations while still preserving a close-knit atmosphere. Aside from the other Criminal section paralegal and two prosecutors, this position works alongside a Civil section paralegal and reports to the Office Manager, who support the City Attorney and three Civil section attorneys.

The Law Department offices are located in the Sealaska Plaza Building in the heart of downtown Juneau. The Law Department prizes innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth and development. We operate an all-electronic case-management system and regularly evaluate new tools, so as a member of our team, this position is encouraged to develop new skills and contribute ideas for streamlining workflows. The variety of tasks ensures that no two days will feel exactly alike, and we place a strong emphasis on camaraderie and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

WHAT THE CBJ CAN OFFER YOU

In this position you will receive a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular pay increases, 12 paid holidays each year, an excellent health insurance program that includes medical, vision, dental and orthodontia care options, paid leave, and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employees’ Retirement System). 

We value the health and well-being of our employees. The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) provides free parking, the ability to participate in a robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs, free bi-annual health screenings, free flu shots, free classes, challenges, and webinars on healthy living to assist you with achieving work/life balance.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position works (Monday through Friday) 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Your office would be in the Sealaska Plaza Building, located in downtown Juneau, and directly across from City Hall and within walking distance of the Dimond Courthouse. 

After an initial onsite training period, qualified employees may transition to a hybrid schedule that includes remote work.

• Continuously maintain criminal case matters in the case management system to ensure case files are up to date and accurate. 

• Process all incoming emails, filings, and correspondence received from the court, opposing counsel, and outside agencies. 

• File routine legal documents both online and in person under prosecutor direction.

• Retrieve, manage, and distribute discovery and evidence. Communicate additional evidentiary needs as necessary.

• Track upcoming pretrial hearings and jury trial dates to determine whether victim and witness contact is necessary.

• Close and archive files according to the records retention policy.

CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENT: It is an essential function of this position that discretion, tact, and appropriate confidentiality be maintained at all times.

Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.

Experience:
Two (2) years of administrative experience in a law office, or administrative experience that included work in one or more areas of Human Resources, Procurement, Accounting, Finance, Office Support, or a related administrative area. This is equivalent to the Administrative Assistant with the City of Juneau or the equivalent with another employer.

Substitution:
College or business college training in the field of Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, English, Communications, Business Administration, or equivalent may be substituted for the experience on the basis of 2.5 semester hours (3.75 quarter hours) for one month of experience.  A paralegal certificate may be substituted for the required work experience.

Other:
APSIN Clearance
Please be aware – this position works directly with CBJ systems that may include assistance with a department’s Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN).  This requires the incumbent to submit to a pre-employment fingerprint based criminal history background check.  Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with adult criminal convictions will not move forward in the recruitment and selection process. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. Final offer of employment is contingent on obtaining DPS security clearance. 
Background Check Authority: AS 12.62 and 13 AAC 68.215

APSIN Security Clearance

Please be aware – this position works directly with CBJ systems that may include indirect access to the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN).   This requires the incumbent to submit to a pre-employment fingerprint based criminal history background check.   Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with adult criminal convictions will not move forward in the recruitment and selection process. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. Final offer of employment is contingent on obtaining DPS security clearance. Background Check Authority: AS 12.62 and 13 AAC 68.215

APPLICATION REVIEW

A resume AND cover letter must be attached with your application.

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager:  Junnie Chup, Law Office Manager

Phone Number: (907) 586-5242

Email:  Junnie.Chup@juneau.gov

Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education 
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.  

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.  

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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.