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State of Maine · 1 day ago

Research Assistant MSEA-B

Augusta, Maine

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$43K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

The State of Maine's Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a full-time paralegal position in the Criminal Division. This role involves providing in-office support for Assistant Attorneys General, including document management, drafting legal documents, and coordinating with court personnel.

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Responsibilities

Document management; information management

Drafting letters, pleadings, proposed orders and memoranda

Tracking case data, caseload distribution, maintaining calendars for criminal hearings and court appearances and deadlines

Open, close and archive files

Working with investigators and organizing investigation files

Coordinate Grand Jury with court personnel and investigators

Preparing and organizing hearing exhibits

Communicating with witnesses, preparing witness subpoenas, arranging for service of process

Compile, organize and prepare legal documents, pleadings, discovery and other similar materials

Analyze financial records, file documents including notes, correspondence and pleadings

Proofreading and editing documents

Applying knowledge of Maine criminal law

All other responsibilities assigned by the Division Chief

Qualification

Paralegal experienceMaine criminal lawDocument managementMS Word proficiencyWriting skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

A Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency - OR - graduation from an approved, accredited paralegal program of instruction and one (1) year of paralegal experience

Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Adobe Acrobat

Strong interpersonal skills for working with attorneys and staff at all levels, the courts, the public, co-workers and supervisors

Strong communication skills

Excellent writing skills

Ability to work independently

Highly organized, efficient and accurate

Strong work ethic

Knowledge of Maine criminal law

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.