The North Dakota Court System has announced a job opening for a Paralegal position in Dickinson, ND. The role is part of the Southwest Judicial District Court Judge Chambers and aims to support a district judge or judicial referee with administrative and secretarial tasks.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume. The court system emphasizes that it provides rewarding career opportunities in public service, along with benefits such as employer-paid family health insurance premiums, retirement contributions, and generous vacation and sick leave accruals.
Candidates interested in legal research, analysis, and writing are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, analytical abilities, and independence in handling workload. The minimum qualifications include one of the following: a high school diploma with seven years of experience; completion of a national certifying examination for legal assistants/paralegals; a bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework or experience; or graduation from an ABA-approved paralegal program. Additionally, applicants must possess a valid driver's license or equivalent mobility.
The role involves various responsibilities such as researching case laws, preparing legal documents, assisting with trial preparation, maintaining calendars for judicial officers, and performing clerical tasks. It also requires travel within and outside the district for court proceedings.
Candidates must also obtain AAERT CER certification within one year of employment or possess an equivalent certification from another state or federal court.
Further details about the job can be accessed through the North Dakota Court System's official job posting website.