Paralegal (Project Position, CAP Unit)

Position Summary

The paralegal performs professional paralegal services for the Administrative Division within the State Public Defender, with a special focus on the centralization of private bar appointments as well as private bar complaints. Join our team and contribute to this key function of SPD, and experience the intrinsic reward of public service.

Here is a copy of the position description.

Salary Information

Starting salary will be between $23.75 and $34.03 per hour, which is in pay schedule/range 07-04. Salary will depend up experience and qualifications, and will be based on rules that apply in the current compensation plan.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) for a position assigned to the stated pay range or counter-part pay range, should complete the application process as described below by the stated deadline.

Final selected candidates may be eligible for moving expense reimbursement to relocate to the place of employment.

Job Details

A criminal background check will be done prior to an offer of employment.

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

The State of Wisconsin salutes veterans and is grateful for their service to our country. We are committed to helping veterans find employment, and offer a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability through the Veteran's Non-Competitive Appointment process.

Qualifications

COVER LETTER & RESUME: You must submit both documents in order to be considered. It is important that you clearly explain and elaborate on your experience and/or training in your cover letter and/or resume.

Minimum qualifications (Required - Candidates must have experience and/or training relevant to these areas in order to be considered for this position):

1. Preparing legal documents (e.g., drafting pleadings, briefs; gathering records; organizing data, etc.)

2. Effective written, oral, and communication skills

3. Working effectively with people from different backgrounds

4. Working with computers (e.g., word processing, database entry, spreadsheets, etc.)

A well-qualified candidate will also have experience and/or training in the following areas:

1. Paralegal experience (e.g., working in a law firm, possession of a paralegal degree, etc.)

2. Knowledge of the criminal justice system

How To Apply

To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a letter of qualifications as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job. You can also reference the How to Apply to State Service document for more information.

If you encounter issues submitting your online application (e.g. signing in or uploading a resume), please contact the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at ... or ... (Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm). You can also reference the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. If both of these documents are not submitted, you will not be eligible for consideration. Application materials will not be accepted if received in an email, as a hard copy or a fax.

Materials submitted by all applicants will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates that are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please reach out to the HR Specialist listed below.

Deadline to Apply

If you have any questions on this recruitment or how to apply; please contact Monica Endres at ....

The deadline to apply is 11:59 pm on Monday, March 17, 2025.