Paralegal II

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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma and paralegal certificate or high school diploma and at least 2-3 years’ applicable litigation experience.
• Paralegal Certificate and/or college hours preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years’ relevant litigation experience (including moderate-volume litigation)

General Responsibilities                                                                                                      

• Organize and track files for important case documents, including pleadings and voluminous discovery documents; creating and maintaining a case-management database.
• Drafting and filing with the court legal court documents, such as pleadings, notions, affidavits and subpoena
• Under supervision recognize relevant legal documents associated with Texas Property Tax Code litigation
• Conduct routine discovery.
• Demonstrate knowledge of expert reports and CMS system
• Working knowledge of e-filing system
• Docketing and calendaring court dates
• Routine language skills including communicate both verbally and in writing
• Review routine questions
• Able to work well with other department members
• Self-starter who is proactive and positive attitude in their work
• Resolve routine legal issues
• Retrieving cases and conducting searches on District Clerk website
• Updates electronic files
• Listens carefully and is aware of other team members workload and stress
• Ability to operate multi-functional copiers, scanning and printing equipment
• Ability to complete multiple tasks under pressure with minimal errors
• Participates and learns to apply and effectively contribute to discussions during meetings
•  Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Customer Orientation
• Decision Making
• Emotional Intelligence Essentials
• Quality Orientation

KNOWLEDGE:

• Texas Property Tax Code laws and regulations (working knowledge)
• Computer software in MS Office environment
• Web based search tools

SKILLS:

• Research
• Effective Communications, both written and verbal
• Decision making
• Detailed oriented
• Planning and prioritizing

WORKING CONDITIONS

Positions in this class typically require repetitive motions, sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time in an office setting. 

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require repetitive motions, walking, talking and hearing. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time with ability to reach, bend and move up/down on steps. Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment with ability to effectively communicate by phone, e-mail, writing and face to face required.  Must be able to lift up to 50-pounds. The position requires considerable concentration, creativity and ability to manage time effectively. The position is subject to stress caused by a changing public environment, mandatory deadlines and heavy workload. Requires the ability to ask questions that will bring forth the information needed to make sound decisions.

The Harris Central Appraisal District is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic,
including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.