Paralegal, Youth Diversion Program

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Youth Diversion Program Paralegal

Public Protection & Advocacy Bureau

Civil Rights Division/Children’s Justice Unit

(Temporary One-Year Position with Benefits)

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) is looking for a highly motivated person to support the day-to-day administration of the Office’s newly launched Youth Diversion Program.  The AGO Youth Diversion Program, created in response to the 2024 Act to Prevent Abuse and Exploitation, requires diversion for youth under the age of 18 charged with possessing, receiving, or sending sexually explicit images of another minor via cell phone or other technology, commonly known as “sexting.”  The program supports Massachusetts youth to develop safe and responsible technology practices with the goal of promoting healthy relationships and sexuality in a digital world.  Developed in partnership with the Department of Youth Services (DYS) and the Office of the Child Advocate (OCA), the Program aims to reduce recidivism while keeping youth out of the criminal justice system.  This is a full-time, temporary position for one-year with benefits. 

Primary Duties:  The Youth Diversion Program Paralegal supports the day-to-day administration of the AGO’s Youth Diversion Program.  Primary responsibilities include reviewing new referrals, making eligibility determinations, and coordinating between the Juvenile Courts, District Attorney’s Offices, defense attorneys, and DYS to facilitate the timely and effective processing of all referrals.  Additional responsibilities include tracking, organizing, and maintaining confidential records; entering case information into Program databases; and internal data management and reporting. 

Working closely with the Children’s Justice Unit (CJU) team and external partners, the Program Paralegal will also support the development of the long-term Program.  Program development responsibilities include scheduling and participating in regular meetings with court personnel, District Attorney’s Offices, state agencies, and other external partners; gathering stakeholder feedback into the Program; assisting in revising Program materials; and making updates to the Program website, as needed.  Work may also include conducting program outreach, supporting periodic internal and external trainings, and supporting CJU’s other legal work.

Position Type:  Full-Time/Non-Exempt.  This is a full-time, temporary position for one-year with benefits.

Salary:  $53,762

:  Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at:  https\://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP and apply directly.  Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received. 

You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.  The application deadline is December 6, 2024.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation.  For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Rose Woods, Administrative Assistant

Civil Rights Division

(617) 963-2345

Position Requirements: 

·         Bachelor’s degree in social science, criminal/juvenile justice, youth advocacy, or related field;

·         Experience supporting attorneys or non-attorneys in a legal office, a youth education policy or related organization, or experience in a program coordination role is preferred;

·         Team player with an empathetic and growth mindset;

·         Attention to detail;

·         Effective organizational and recordkeeping skills;

·         Skillful strategic thinker and results-oriented performer;

·         Effective communication skills and ability to communicate with attorneys, external stakeholders, court officials, prosecutors, and the general public;

·         Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines;

·         Ability to self-manage while working collaboratively on a team;

·         Proficient skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

·         Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Helpful Skills or Experience:

·         Reporting and data analysis experience;

·         Knowledge of the juvenile justice system.

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.  The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option.  Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General’s Office.  You must apply directly at:  www.mass.gov/ago/employment.