Legal Clerk
Birmingham City Schools
2015 Park Place
Birmingham , AL 35203

Classified - Position - Central Office - Secretary / Office Assistant/ Clerk

Job Number : 2300226441

Start Date :

Open Date : 12/20/2021

Closing Date :

JOB TITLE:
Legal Clerk
REPORTS TO:
General Counsel
WORK DAYS:
12 Months 240 Days
SALARY:
Salary Schedule LD - 1 ($32,047 - $49,565)
LOCATION:
Central Office
FLSA Status:
EXEMPT

NON EXEMPT
X
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position provides clerical support to the In-House General Counsel and Staff Attorney which includes preparing and maintaining records and correspondences, scheduling hearings, preparing exhibits for administrative hearings, assisting with monitoring settlement agreements and filing legal documents.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Daft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case, files and legal advice.
• Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
• Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and Board of Education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate or a Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least three years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Clerk, Paralegal, Legal Secretary or other comparable experience (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department). that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified required.
• Specific knowledge and experience related to education law preferred.
• Must have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart confidential information.
• Must be available to work beyond normal work hours as determined by the In-House Counsel.
• Advanced working knowledge of legal research principals, methods, techniques, and resources
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Knowledge of Student First, Contract Law and Alabama Code.
• Familiar with legal research software; LexisNexis, Thomas West WestlawPRO
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of litigation and legal contract, agreement, and settlement procedures and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

NOTE: Employment experience gained in the private sector may be considered when determining salary placement.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completed Application (Teach in Alabama)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (Teach in Alabama)

*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.
REVISED:
September 2021
Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check (https://www.aps.gemalto.com/al/index_adeNew.htm).
Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.

Duty Days : 240

Reports To : General Counsel

Salary Range: From/To : Classified Salary Schedule LD ($32, 047 - $49, 565)

For more information on this position, please read the full description document. View Attachment

The State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

Alabama school boards are required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.
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