Paralegal

Starting salary range: $54,808 - $62,000. Hybrid work schedule (generally 3 days of telework, 2 days in the office per week) based in Richmond.

About the role

The State Corporation Commission’s Division of Utility and Railroad Safety (“URS”) seeks a professional and detail-oriented Paralegal. Reporting directly to the Director of URS, the paralegal will work closely with attorneys from the SCC’s Office of General Counsel and URS staff to proof and edit legal documents by synthesizing information, recognizing opportunities or issues, and recommending changes. Professional development and training opportunities are offered.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Commission orders and other legal documents, conducting legal research, preparing reports, and assisting in rulemaking proceedings
• Tracking and organizing all damage prevention enforcement documents related to the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act
• Tracking and entering damage prevention reports and assisting with committee meetings
• Assisting with preparations for rules to show cause hearings
• Performing administrative duties to support URS, such as checking the mail and depositing checks, working within the JARS/CASE system, and managing the Division’s debt off-set program
• Performing other related work as required

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience and completion of a degree or certificate program in paralegal studies
• Experience drafting legal documents and conducting legal research
• Knowledge of legal research methods and terminology, records and case management, and legal research systems
• Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interpret legal documents and manage case files
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Microsoft SharePoint is a plus