Paralegal

Overview

Definition This is a professional, full-time, on-site position within the Legal Division of Missouri City, the Show Me City
. The individual in this role will provide paralegal services to the City of Missouri City, with a primary focus on processing public information requests, as directed by the attorneys in the City Attorney’s Office.

• Supports the mission, vision, credo, goals, and code of ideals (service, professionalism, integrity, respect, innovation, and teamwork) of the City of Missouri City and the Legal Division;
• Exhibits exceptional attention to detail in the review of photographs, videos, and reports (including grim and highly sensitive photographs, videos, and reports) for Texas Public Information Act requests;
• Prepares drafts of documents, primarily Texas Public Information Act briefs and responses;
• Prepares letters, contracts, policies, procedures, and similar documents;
• Conducts legal research;
• Exhibits proficiency in Microsoft Office, Acrobat Professional and Westlaw;
• Manages time-sensitive documents and requests;
• Handles all matters with confidentiality and discretion;
• Assists in the coordination and preparation of items for consideration by various boards, commissions and the City Council;
• Performs other duties as assigned; and
• Subject to 24-hour recall.

• Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Texas Paralegal Certificate is required.
• Experience in Municipal Government is preferred.
• Experience with public information requests and contract drafting is preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.