Paralegal 1/2 Exempt (PCN 113004)

Full Job Description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission is recruiting

for a Paralegal 1/2 located in Juneau, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

As the CFEC Paralegal, you’ll never be bored!

You’ll learn to independently perform a variety of hearing-related work (e.g., legal and general research, case briefing, drafting legal documents, case preparation, hearing scheduling and coordination, evidence management, customer support, and more).

You’ll also learn to independently perform work associated with the limitation of fisheries in Alaska (e.g., applying complex regulations to evaluate limited entry applications, calculating and applying qualification formulas, playing a role in designing and using systems to manage the process, and more).

As one of CFEC’s Records Officers, you’ll learn to independently manage CFEC records to ensure compliance with confidentiality policies, governing law/regulations, and the CFEC Records Retention Schedule (RRS).

You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with ADF&G staff across Alaska as you learn to independently manage confidential fish tickets.

Finally, you’ll enjoy variety as you work with not just the Hearing Officer, but the CFEC Commissioners, and Law Specialist with other projects as opportunities arise.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

Become a part of the Alaska Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC) which works to conserve and maintain the economic health of Alaska’s commercial fisheries by limiting the number of participating fishers.

The Commission issues permits and vessel licenses to qualified individuals in both limited and unlimited fisheries and provides due process hearings and appeal processes for disputes related to permits and fisheries limitations.

As CFEC’s Paralegal, you’ll enjoy becoming an important and respected partner in a small team environment where:

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

Benefits of joining our team:

While the CFEC team does experience ‘peak’ seasons, we value a work-life balance!

You’ll be part of a small team where you’ll enjoy opportunities to collaborate on some challenges and opportunities to work independently on others.

You’ll find plenty of support and encouragement to embrace continuing education opportunities to accelerate your knowledge and your career, and readily available positive mentorship and support.

The working conditions you can expect:

CFEC offices are located inside the Jordan Creek Mall in beautiful Juneau, Alaska – not far from the Mendenhall Glacier.

The inside mall location makes breaktime and lunch walks comfortable and accessible regardless of the weather, and you’ll have opportunities to get out of the office from time to time to visit our records archive facilities near Lemon Creek.

Most important, you’ll enjoy working with a team of bright, dedicated individuals who appreciate a work-life balance.

Who we are looking for:

For the Paralegal 1:

For the Paralegal 2:

To view the general description and example of duties for a Paralegal 1/2 please go to the

following link:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:
A valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

Qualifications

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required for this position. Please elaborate on your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the desired strengths listed above.

Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting.

Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application.

If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed.

Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required.

(Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable.

If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S.

education programs; or an accredited U.S.

state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time.

Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met.

If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.

Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy.

The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O.

Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area.

Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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Additional Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Mele Maake

Executive Director