The North Dakota Court System has announced a job opening for a paralegal position within the Southwest Judicial District Court Judge Chambers in Dickinson. The role offers an annual salary of $59,952 and includes benefits such as employer-paid family health insurance premiums, retirement contributions, and generous vacation and sick leave accruals.
Applicants interested in this full-time position must submit a cover letter and resume. The court system emphasizes that "compensation isn’t a one-time discussion," encouraging candidates to review their compensation strategy.
The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, enjoy legal research, analysis, and writing, and possess attention to detail. Candidates should be able to work independently with a consistent workload.
Minimum qualifications for the position include either a high school diploma with seven years of experience or completion of a national certifying examination for legal assistants/paralegals. Alternatively, candidates may have a bachelor's degree with relevant experience or coursework or graduation from an ABA-approved program. A valid driver's license is required.
Certification as an electronic court reporter through AAERT or equivalent certification is necessary within one year of employment.
The paralegal will provide administrative support to district judges or judicial referees by researching case laws, making verbatim records of trials using audio equipment, managing schedules, and preparing legal documents. Responsibilities also include clerical tasks such as maintaining office supplies and scheduling meetings.
Knowledge requirements for the role encompass court rules and procedures, legal terminology, office systems, electronic recording equipment proficiency, word processing software use, proofreading skills, and editorial abilities.
Physical requirements are minimal but involve some travel within the district for court proceedings. The work environment is described as comfortable office work with sedentary physical demands.
Interested individuals can view the complete job posting on the government jobs website provided by the North Dakota Court System.