Job no: 517739
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Paralegal
Division Name: Presidential
Department: Office of General Counsel
Campus Location: Normal, IL
Job Summary
Illinois State University seeks a paralegal in the Office of General Counsel (OGC).
While performing under the general supervision of General Counsel, the work of this position is often self-directed, and the paralegal is a significant and trusted contributor/collaborator with the University attorneys in the OGC.
The work of this position involves the regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment, and the individual often interacts directly with clients, playing a trusted role in the diverse legal work handled by the office.
A successful candidate will possess strong critical thinking and communications skills.
They will have strong legal research, analysis, and writings skills and the ability to become well-versed over time in University policy, governing documents, open records and open meetings acts.
The Office of General Counsel encourages a healthy work-life balance and provides a welcoming collegial office.
We are looking for someone who shares those values to join our team.
Additional Information
Benefit Highlights:
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement and supplemental retirement
Tuition waiver benefits
Paid vacation (24 days a year) and sick time (12 days a year)
Paid holiday/administrative closures (https://vpfp.
illinoisstate.
edu/calendar/#2024)
For more University Benefit information: https://hr.
illinoisstate.
edu/benefits/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$65,000 - $75,000
Required Qualifications
1.
Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree
2.
Strong critical thinking, and legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
3.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
4.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse academic community.
5.
Strong initiative, time management, and follow-through.
Preferred Qualifications
1.
Experience reviewing and editing contracts and other documents
2.
Experience working in higher education.
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1.
Effective communication daily.
2.
Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
Proposed Starting Date
ASAP
Required Applicant Documents
Resume, cover letter, and reference list
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process.
Please have these documents ready prior
Special Instructions for Applicants
Application review will begin on November 15, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information for Applicants
Jeannie Barrett
jebarr7@ilstu.
edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.
1.
30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review.
You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383.
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 10/27/2023 07:45 AM CST
Application Closes:
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