Paralegal – Records Requests (Public Records)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Montana Public Service Commission is seeking a part-time paralegal to assist with public information requests in Helena. The 18-hour-per-week position runs through June 30, 2027, with potential permanent funding thereafter.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, determining responsiveness, coordinating with staff, redacting confidential records, and assisting with privilege logs. The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion, and strong writing and legal research skills, with preferred

Qualifications

• Two years of paralegal-related experience.
• Familiarity with Montana public records laws.
• Excellent writing, proofreading and legal citation skills.
• Strong organization, multitasking and time management.
• Ability to handle confidential information securely.

Responsibilities

• Review public records requests under Montana law.
• Determine responsiveness and coordinate responses.
• Coordinate with agency personnel and outside parties.
• Redact records prior to dissemination.
• Assist in preparing privilege logs.
• Monitor changes to public records laws and advise updates.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Public records laws

Writing skills

Proofreading & legal citation

Organizational skills

Legal research

Confidentiality

MS Office 365

Adobe software

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certification (NALA/NFPA)

Other combinations of education & experience

Tools

Legal research software

Job description

Montana Public Service Commission is seeking a part-time paralegal to assist with public information requests in Helena. The 18-hour-per-week position runs through June 30, 2027, with potential permanent funding thereafter.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, determining responsiveness, coordinating with staff, redacting confidential records, and assisting with privilege logs. The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion, and strong writing and legal research skills, with preferred