Senior Paralegal

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Legal & ComplianceParalegal

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Key Responsibilities

A Bachelors Degree and three (3) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency -OR- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

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Legal & ComplianceParalegal

This position assists legal administrators and attorneys in the Department of Transportation’s Property and Legal Services Offices by providing advanced level paralegal support and requires an understanding of real estate transactions and property descriptions. The primary function of this position is performing advanced complex title research and drafting detailed title reports, for which analytical and computer skills are essential. This position also prepares correspondence, agreements, leases, deeds, and other legal documents. Other responsibilities include assisting engineers and other MaineDOT personnel with the drafting and processing of permits and agreements, the archiving of completed projects, and reviewing legal descriptions, which involves the ability to understand technical survey plans and right of way maps.

A Bachelors Degree and three (3) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency -OR- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.

*If you require a paper application or for general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

What We Offer

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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

✓Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

✓Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.

✓Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

✓Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

✓Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

✓Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).