School District Paralegal — Legal & Policy Support

Pasadena Independent School District; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District seeks a Paralegal to assist the General Counsel's Office with delegated substantive legal work and administrative tasks. The role supports district lawyers, handles confidential information, and coordinates policy updates and legal matters across campuses.

The ideal candidate has a paralegal certification or equivalent, several years in a legal setting, and strong bilingual communication skills. On-site work within the district is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; paralegal certification preferred; associate or bachelor degree preferred.
• Five years of experience in the legal field preferred; education or school law experience preferred.
• Experience with administrative law, government entities, policy development, public information, child custody, and/or contract review preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow state and district policies, maintain confidentiality of duties and sensitive legal matters.
• Maintain knowledge of laws affecting school issues.
• Provide administrative support to the General Counsel and staff.
• Manage high call volume and communicate with stakeholders.
• Compile and review information for litigation discovery, investigations, and public information requests.
• Maintain physical/electronic legal files.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries.
• Electronically file legal documents as directed.
• Draft and process contracts, employee matters, and policy updates.
• Coordinate policy updates and communicate matters of compliance.
• Serve as a contact for child custody and DFPS/law enforcement interactions.
• Monitor legal activities and calendar deadlines.
• Manage multiple email accounts including the district's public information account.
• Support administrators in interpreting policies and laws.
• Review handbooks and regulations to aid legal compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Confidentiality

Bilingualism

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Legal drafting

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal certificate

Associate or Bachelor degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Pasadena Independent School District seeks a Paralegal to assist the General Counsel's Office with delegated substantive legal work and administrative tasks. The role supports district lawyers, handles confidential information, and coordinates policy updates and legal matters across campuses.

The ideal candidate has a paralegal certification or equivalent, several years in a legal setting, and strong bilingual communication skills. On-site work within the district is expected.