Paralegal (Hybrid)
Georgia Tech | |
United States, Georgia, Atlanta | |
April 22, 2024 | |
Job ID
270489Location
Atlanta, GeorgiaFull/Part Time
Full-TimeRegular/Temporary
RegularAbout Us
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. About Georgia Tech Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: 1. Students are our top priority. 2. We strive for excellence. 3. We thrive on diversity. 4. We celebrate collaboration. 5. We champion innovation. 6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression. 7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community. 8. We act ethically. 9. We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. Job Summary
Provide specialized administrative support services to attorneys in Legal Affairs and Risk Management, including, but not limited to, responding to requests for documents under the Open Records Act and in discovery, conducting legal research, records management, assisting with document preparation, and responding to court orders and subpoenas. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: Institute attorneys and legal support staff; Institute research faculty and management; representatives of government agencies, other universities, outside counsel and research sponsors; and external counsel. This position typically will advise and counsel: Institute research faculty and management. This position will supervise: NA. Responsibilities
Job Duty 1 - Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications Proposed Salary
Hourly $30.45 to $39.75 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
SKILLS Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. All members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values shape and fundamentally support our universitys work. Additionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia Institute of Technology's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. More information on these policies can be found here: . Other Information
This is not a supervisory position. Other Information
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties may include but are not limited to: * Review and summarize significant terms of legal documents and business records. * Prepare legal documents under the supervision of an attorney. * Conduct legal research. * Draft responses to legal complaints, discovery requests, and other documents. * Assist with organizing evidence/records in support of litigation and claims. * Participate in special projects as needed and develop, prioritize, and monitor achievement of project goals. * Prepare legal memos, documents, and correspondence under the supervision of an attorney, including memoranda of understanding, settlement agreements, and disciplinary letters. * Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding office related procedures and processes. * Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION, SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Degrees required for this job: Paralegal/Technical certificate, associate degree or two years college course work, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees preferred: Bachelors degree Years of experience required for this job: Four years job related experience, especially supporting corporate transactions. Years preferred: Certifications or licenses required for this job: Certifications or licenses preferred: Paralegal certificate/degree SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Specialized skills required for this job: This job requires in depth knowledge of preparation of complex legal documents. The job also requires skills in legal research methodology and knowledge of Georgia law and requirements relating to state entities and educational institutions. Communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are also required. Specialized skills preferred: Expertise in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint). Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to contribute in a team environment. Ability to exercise good judgment, common sense, and initiative and to anticipate and spot potential issues. Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task and manage a heavy workload and priorities effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A high level of discretion and confidentiality and a professional Background Check
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