Paralegal (Hybrid)

CSU; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous vacation plan

15 paid holidays a year

Tuition waiver education program

PERS retirement

Job summary

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, invites applications for a Paralegal (Hybrid) position in Long Beach. The role supports General Counsel, handles diverse legal matters for the CSU system, and requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with an ABA-approved paralegal certificate, seven years of California paralegal experience, and proficiency with NetDocs, eCounsel, Westlaw, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program.
• Seven years of recent, relevant paralegal experience in California.
• Litigation experience required; trial experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with public records requests and legal databases advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist General Counsel and attorneys with diverse legal matters for CSU.
• Provide paralegal support for appeals, hearings, arbitrations and trials; prepare materials and filings.
• Draft documents, conduct research, and organize documents; prepare charts and PowerPoint presentations.
• Coordinate with campus offices and respond to Public Records Act requests.
• Manage relevant databases and ensure compliance with court rules and e-filing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Legal research

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Tools

NetDocs

eCounsel

Westlaw

e-discovery

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Paralegal (Hybrid). The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to$115,440per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangements

This is a 3/2 hybrid position, where the paralegal will work in-person at the Chancellor’s Office, Long Beach three days per week, and remotely two days per week. The incumbent is required to work in-person on certain dates at management’s discretion.

Premium Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits


• Generous vacation plan


• 15 paid holidays a year


• Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members)


• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

More details here:Comprehensive Benefits Package

Classification

Paralegal

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Paralegal (Hybrid) to be responsible for assisting Office of General Counsel attorneys, the Assistant Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff and the Paralegal Supervisor in their professional work involving the full range of legal issues confronting the CSU.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Paralegal Supervisor, the Paralegal (Hybrid) will:

• Assist the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, University and Litigation Counsel, Assistant Vice Chancellor & Chief of Staff, and the Paralegal Supervisor in their efforts to provide legal services to the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor’s Office and all 22 universities.


• Assist Office of General Counsel attorneys with various specialty areas within the office -- e.g., Public Records Act requests, unlawful detainers, stop notice administration, subpoena review, student loan bankruptcy proceedings, small claims court filing and appearances, Pitchess motions, improper use of the CSU name, Title IX, Legislation, emergency health and safety, athletics, and database management.


• Provide paralegal support for appeals, hearings, arbitrations and trials. This includes preparing materials, exhibits and filings with the proper agency.


• Conduct research; draft documents; assist with gathering, organizing, and analyzing documents and other information; prepare charts, reports, graphs, summaries, and PowerPoint presentations; and respond to various requests.


• Knowledge of federal, state, and local court rules, including but not limited to court calendaring and e-filing/e-service.


• Respond or coordinate the Office of General Counsel’s response to specialty-related Public Act Requests, and coordinate or assist campuses in their responses. This includes providing guidance to Chancellor’s Office employees and campus clients.


• Work with the Chancellor’s Office Records Access Officer on requests as appropriate.


• Manage and maintain relevant databases.


• Interact with various constituents within the Office of General Counsel, CSU, and the public.


• Work with, delegate assignments, and provide feedback for support staff.


• Other duties as assigned.

The paralegal is a non-exempt employee and is required to work under the supervision of the Paralegal Supervisor, attorneys and the Assistant Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff with a significant amount of independence. Using their own judgment and knowledge, they are expected to determine the most appropriate approach to the subject assigned and allocate time and resources to the completion of the required work accordingly.

The paralegal reports to the Paralegal Supervisor, who is responsible for their evaluation and jointly supervises their work with the attorneys. They are expected to contribute to the mission of the office and may, from time to time, be asked to assume responsibilities outside of their principal functions.

Qualifications

This position requires:

• The paralegal is required to have a Bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program.


• Minimum seven years of recent and relevant paralegal experience in California.


• Litigation experience is required, and trial experience is strongly preferred.


• Experience with NetDocs, eCounsel, Westlaw and e-discovery is strongly preferred.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.


• Public agency experience is a plus.


• Higher education experience is a plus.


• Some travel may be required.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by September 23, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at [phone].

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

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