Job Title:Paralegal – Associate, Staff, or Senior (DOE)

Program:Environmental Health

Employment Type:[ ] Salary [X] Hourly (non-exempt this positioniseligible for over time)

[ ] Part-time [ X ] Full-time

[ ] Temporary [ X ] Regular

Reports to:Environmental Health Legal Director

Direct Reports to this position:n/a

Salary Range:Salary/position tier DOE:

• Associate Paralegal: $54,000$59,500
• Staff Paralegal: $59,50072,500
• Senior Paralegal: $72,50081,000

Location:Portland, Oregon and/or Oregon preferred but not required. Will strongly consider remote-work applicants from other locations.

Is this position in the Bargaining Unit?[ X ] Yes [ ] No

Job Classification:Paralegal – (Associate, Staff, or Senior DOE)

• Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment.

How to apply:Please apply online (https://biologicaldiversity.bamboohr.com/careers/147?source=aWQ9Mjc%3D) by completing our application and submitting a cover letter, resume, and reference list. The position will remain open until filled. The desired start date is as soon as possible. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

ABOUT THE CENTER

The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, advocacy and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Center for Biological Diversitys Environmental Health program works to protect imperiled wildlife and their habitats using science, law, advocacy, and creative media. The Paralegal will provide legal secretarial and administrative support to the Environmental Health program attorneys, with an emphasis on litigation support. The working environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing legal documents, including checking citations, completing tables of contents and authorities for briefs, proofreading, formatting, and ensuring compliance with court rules in a variety of federal jurisdictions;
• Serving legal documents by Certified Mail, preparing courtesy/chambers copies, corresponding with vendors and Clerks’ offices, and related tasks;
• Assisting with maintaining the Centers and programs litigation-tracking databases and calendar management of court filings, administrative actions, and internal deadlines;
• Preparing and indexing administrative records and appendices/excerpts of records in litigation;
• Preparing billing spreadsheets;
• Conducting factual and legal research and drafting, and document review;
• Working with attorneys to review, organize, and summarize factual documents, and pulling documents from PACER and other court databases;
• Finalizing and submitting petitions and comment letters, including retrieving online references;
• Maintenance of legal library, including updating of court rules and reference materials;
• Maintenance and updating of electronic databases and systems for filings, program campaigns, program management, and other program actions;
• Providing general administrative and clerical support for the program as needed.
• Assisting with preparation for events such as public presentations, rallies, and hearings;
• Handling and tracking payments for incurred expenses, which may include filing fees, bar dues, CLE registration, and submit monthly expense reports to Accounting;
• Calendar and otherwise manage deadlines;
• Coordinating legal filings using PACER/ECF throughout multiple federal jurisdictions;
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Senior Level Duties Include:

• Performs at a high professional level;
• Substantive research and analysis to further litigation, policy advocacy, grassroots organizing, and media outreach;
• Occasionally drafting legal filings.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Paralegal/litigation experience:
  • Associate: 0 -2 YOE
  • Staff: 2+ YOE
  • Senior: 8+ YOE
• A minimum of one to three years of paralegal/litigation experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred, but significant experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or significant legal expertise is acceptable in lieu of a paralegal certificate.
• Ability and willingness to complete legal secretarial tasks.
• Strong understanding of court and administrative dockets, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of Bluebook and/or ALWD; familiarity with similar legal style manual preferred.
• Experience with legal technology and case management software preferred (e.g., MyCase, RocketMatter, Clio, CaseMap).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Track record meeting deadlines and strong time management skills.
• Experience multi-tasking efficiently and effectively working on a diverse team.
• Strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and ability to learn new tas…