Paralegal
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Paralegal
State of Iowa
350 Governor's Office
Location
Iowa, 50319
Salary
$75,000 - $95,000
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This paralegal role in the Iowa Governor's Office involves supporting legal and administrative tasks, such as preparing summaries for judicial appointments, coordinating meetings, handling executive orders, and managing records and reports.
It requires strong organization to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced government environment.
A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and experience in legal or administrative support who wants to contribute to state governance.
Key Requirements
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong strategic thinking, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Experience in paralegal work or administrative support in a legal or government setting
- Familiarity with records management, including Open Records and custodianship
Full Job Description
This is a non-merit position with the State of Iowa. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.
About Us: Iowa is on the leading edge when it comes to enacting common-sense, fiscally responsible, pro-growth policies that ensure its people have the freedom to flourish.
As public servants, we have a responsibility not only to the people who elected us, but to the generations of Iowans yet to come. Working together, we can ensure Iowa remains strong, prosperous, and vibrant—a state we’re proud to call home and one that stands out as a model for the nation.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Paralegal. In this role, you will be responsible for performing paralegal work of varying scope and complexity; as well as administrative support work.
Responsibilities
- Prepare summaries of applicants for judicial appointments and coordinates the interview with the Governor.
- Coordinate meetings of judicial nominating commissions.
- Prepare outlines for meetings of Executive Council and other meetings chaired by the Governor.
- Obtain required signatures from Governor and Secretary of State for Proclamations and Executive Orders.
- Prepare summaries of quarterly clemency applications and letters communicating Governor’s decision to applicants along with handling extradition requests.
- Coordinate Open Record search terms and acts as Record Custodian for IGOV.
- Coordinate recordation of land patents.
- Coordinate signing and filing of enacted bills.
- Filing of required reports submitted to the Governor from state agencies.
Requirements & Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills necessary
- Outstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required
- Strong strategic thinking skills, prioritization, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
Benefits:
At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no limits on sick leave accrual.
Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit ourbenefits webpage.
Thank you for considering a career with us!
If you are a driven professional seeking to make a meaningful impact in state government and possess the skills and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!
Salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000
The guaranteed consideration date period is 1/27/2026-2/6/2026. All applications received within those dates will be reviewed. However, this position will remain posted and we will continue accepting applications until the position is filled.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States.
The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.
For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov
Qualifications
Applicants must meet at least one of the following -
- Graduation from an accredited paralegal program
- 2 years of full-time work experience as a paralegal or similar support capacity under the supervision of a practicing attorney
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