<p>The Financial Fraud Unit is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join its dynamic team! This unit offers the opportunity to be involved in meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of Coloradoans. The Financial Fraud Unit investigates and charges complex financial crimes and has jurisdiction throughout the state of Colorado. Our team works collaboratively with multiple state and federal law enforcement partners. We are seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented paralegal looking to make an impact in this critical area.    </p> <p>The DOL is currently offering a sign-on bonus for new senior paralegal hires of $1,000. Eligible only to hires new to the Colorado State Personnel System</p> <p>Sign-On bonuses will be paid based on the following timeline:</p> <p>$500.00 - Time of hire</p> <p>$500.00 - Time of certification (12 months after hire)</p> <p> </p> <p>WHO WE ARE</p> <p>The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together.</p> <p>Visit our website to learn more: https://coag.gov/. </p> <p>This position is open only to Colorado state residents.</p> <p>WHAT YOU WILL DO</p> <p>The Senior Paralegal position will support two teams - Insurance Fraud and Securities Fraud - within the Financial Fraud Unit. In this role, the paralegal will be crucial in managing litigation of cases and supporting attorneys with managing cases, ensuring deadlines are met, conducting legal research, and preparing legal drafts. There are three paralegals in the Financial Fraud Unit, all of whom coordinate between the unit's criminal investigators and attorneys. Responsibilities include the digital presentations before grand and petit juries, document management and control, database management, tracking of restitution, legal research, drafting of pleadings, filing of pleadings, witness and exhibits coordination at trial and coordinating the fraud referrals.</p> <p>This recruitment may be used to fill other positions at the Department of Law.</p> <p>Salary note: Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.</p> <p>WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR</p> <p>We are looking for dedicated public servants who want to be a part of very important work and thrive in a fast paced and collaborative environment. The ideal candidates for these roles should not be afraid to own projects and look for new ways to add value their team and clients.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:  Please document all relevant experience in detail on your application. Experience will not be inferred or assumed. Any part-time experience listed will be prorated. </p> <p>Minimum qualifications are: </p> <ul> <li>Three years of work experience in a paralegal capacity which included organization and management of a large amount of files, preparing drafts of legal documents, and collaboration with multiple attorneys. </li></ul> <p>OR</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Paralegal certificate obtained through either an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution AND one year of work experience in a paralegal capacity which included organization and management of a large amount of files, preparing drafts of legal documents, and collaboration with multiple attorneys </li></ul> <p>Note: Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree.</p> <p>Required Competencies: </p> <ul> <li> <p>Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite</p> </li><li> <p>Effective oral and written communication with internal and external customers</p> </li><li> <p>Strong attention to detail and organization skills</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to research, analyze, and compile data</p> </li><li> <p>Time-management skills, including the ability to multi-task and effectively manage competing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work well with a diverse range of customers and work collaboratively on a team</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications, if you possess any of the following specifically include the details on your application. This information will be used to assess your qualifications and may be used to determine a top group of applicants.  </p> <ul> <li>Experience with criminal law and prosecution of criminal offenses  </li><li>Experience with trial presentation software  </li><li>Experience supporting large volumes of discovery and managing and disseminating discovery  </li><li>Knowledge of the litigation process </li><li>Familiarity with the grand jury process  </li><li>High proficiency in Microsoft Excel  </li><li>Familiarity with ProLaw or similar case management and tracking systems </li><li>Experience as a litigation paralegal, especially in financial fraud crimes/securities fraud/criminal law </li><li>Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, including, but not limited to, law enforcement and criminal investigators.  </li></ul> <p>Conditions of Employment: </p> <ul> <li>Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. </li><li>Members of the Financial Fraud team are expected to work in-office during trial preparation and as needed. Otherwise, the team functions on a flexible, hybrid schedule.  </li><li>Occasional travel, including overnight travel, may be required.  </li></ul> <p>HOW TO APPLY</p> <p>Required Application Materials: </p> <ul> <li> <p>A completed State of Colorado Application: Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the application provided is fully completed and clearly describes their education, training and experience as it relates to this position.  Applications left blank or marked "See Resume" will not be considered.</p> </li><li> <p>Resume: A detailed resume outlining your background skills and experiences including previously held positions and academic background. Any information regarding your skills, qualifications, accomplishments, etc. and how you meet any of the listed preferred qualifications is highly encouraged. Your resume will be reviewed as part of the comparative analysis process.       </p> </li></ul> <p>Veteran's Preference: In order to be considered for veteran's preference you must attach a copy of your DD214 forms as well as any documentation required to prove disability or marital status.</p> <p> Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.  If your application does not demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements, you will be notified that you will not proceed in the selection process for this position.  If your application is rejected and you have questions, you may contact Amy Hildebrand at amy.hildebrand@coag.gov. </p> <p> </p> <p>Assessment Information:</p> <p>Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through comparative analysis of merit and fitness. Upon meeting the minimum qualifications, the next phase of the process is typically a structured application/resume review by a panel of subject matter experts against the job duties and/or preferred qualifications in this job announcement to determine technical competence, depth and breadth of experience and potential job fit.  </p> <ul> <li> <p>Technical Competence - Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement. </p> </li><li> <p>Depth and Breadth of Experience - Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement and demonstrates the level of responsibility assigned. </p> </li><li> <p>Job Fit - Experience will be evaluated to determine how well experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position.  Current experience is preferred. </p> </li></ul> <p>It is imperative that the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work product, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants as the materials may be used to identify a top group for additional assessment or establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.</p> <p> </p> <p>Appeal Rights:  </p> <p> </p> <p>If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. </p> <p> </p> <p>An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.</p> <p> </p> <p>For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. </p> <p>WHY WORK FOR US</p> <p> </p> <p>We Embrace Flexibility</p> <p> We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members - which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible. </p> <p>We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</p> <p>At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more!   If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected, then DOL is your place to be!.</p> <p> </p> <p>We Have Strong Core Values</p> <p>Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate.</p> <p> </p> <p>We are Committed to Developing our Employees</p> <p>We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our employees grow and succeed.</p> <p> </p> <p>We Offer Excellent Benefits</p> <p>In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:</p> <ul> <li>Medical and dental health plans </li><li>Employer-paid life insurance </li><li>Paid vacation and sick leave earned each month </li><li>11 paid holidays per year </li><li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a repayment plan while working full-time for a qualified employer. </li><li>Free access to an on-site fitness center </li><li>Strong, flexible retirement benefits including 401K and 457 plans </li><li>Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State personnel system </li><li>Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program </li></ul> <p> </p> <p>The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.</p> <p>The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher, at hr@coag.gov.</p>