Paralegal, Land Use & Development — Hybrid

City-of-Hampton,-Va; Hampton (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton, Virginia, is seeking a Paralegal for the City Attorney’s Office to support land use and development work and assist with Virginia FOIA public records requests. The role emphasizes collaboration within a small team and attention to detail in legal processes.

The position is in-person with telework up to two days per week as schedule and work assignments allow, and a criminal background check will be completed for the selected candidate.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate degree or specialized training equivalent to two years' college education.
• ABA-accredited paralegal program preferred but not required.
• A combination of qualifying education and professional work experience may satisfy minimum education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support land use and development functions.
• Assist staff in responding to public records requests under Virginia FOIA.
• Collaborate with City Attorney's Office to provide legal support and ensure timely responses.

Education

Associate degree

ABA-accredited paralegal program

Job description

The City of Hampton, Virginia, is seeking a Paralegal for the City Attorney’s Office to support land use and development work and assist with Virginia FOIA public records requests. The role emphasizes collaboration within a small team and attention to detail in legal processes.

The position is in-person with telework up to two days per week as schedule and work assignments allow, and a criminal background check will be completed for the selected candidate.