Paralegal - Transactions & Land Use Specialist

Travis County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County is seeking a paralegal to provide routine support under supervision. The role involves preparing PID, land use, and transaction documents, researching records, and coordinating with court personnel and staff.

The position requires a paralegal certificate or an applicable degree with two years of experience, plus knowledge of legal terminology and open meetings laws. It may involve work in secure facilities and requires strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field with two years paralegal experience.
• OR any combination of education and experience equivalent to the stated requirements.
• Paralegal Certificate from a recognized program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and organize PID, land use/real estate, and transaction documents.
• Research, retrieve, and organize real estate records for case documentation.
• Coordinate with office staff, court personnel, and other agencies.
• Review, screen, and analyze materials for assigned matters; prepare and route documents for signatures.
• Maintain calendars and time/billing records; respond to inquiries.

Skills

Legal research

Document management

Case file review

Open meetings laws

English grammar

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Court filing systems

Computers/typing

Job description

Travis County is seeking a paralegal to provide routine support under supervision. The role involves preparing PID, land use, and transaction documents, researching records, and coordinating with court personnel and staff.

The position requires a paralegal certificate or an applicable degree with two years of experience, plus knowledge of legal terminology and open meetings laws. It may involve work in secure facilities and requires strong organizational skills.