Senior Paralegal

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Education resources

Job summary

Indiana Department Of Revenue (DOR) is seeking a Senior Paralegal to deliver high-quality legal support across a broad range of departmental needs. You will perform preliminary legal work, conduct research, and organize documentation while partnering with attorneys and leadership to ensure efficient operations.

The role emphasizes seminar-like duties, drafting and reviewing various agreements, and supporting the Legal Services team in multiple matters across the agency.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal support across a broad range of department needs.
• Conduct legal research and prepare and organize documentation.
• Support attorneys and leadership to facilitate legal processes.
• Assist with drafting settlement agreements and non-disclosure agreements.
• Handle internal support functions for the Legal Services team.

Skills

Legal research

Documentation organization

Preliminary legal assistance

Communication (oral & written)

Stakeholder management

Budget awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About The Indiana Department Of Revenue (DOR)

The Indiana Department of Revenue team is comprised of over 700 staff that are located in 13 locations across the state of Indiana. We work collaboratively with the Indiana Governor's office, the General Assembly, state agencies, individuals, business owners, corporations, tax practitioners, and a variety of tax program participants to administer Indiana's tax laws. DOR administers over 65 tax types and annually processes nearly $21 billion of tax revenue. Our mission is to serve Indiana by administering tax laws in a fair, secure, and efficient manner.

Role Overview

As a Senior Paralegal for the Legal Department’s Legal Services team you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality legal support across a broad range of departmental needs. This role provides preliminary legal assistance, conducts research, prepares and organizes documentation, and supports the Legal Services team in ensuring efficient and effective operations. The Senior Paralegal serves as a key partner to attorneys and department leadership, helping facilitate legal processes and contributing to the overall success of the Legal Services function.

Some Of The Responsibility Inclued

• Motor Carrier Services protest work.
• IFTA/MCFT, including appeals assistance.
• IRP/BPR, including appeals assistance.
• Oversize/Overweight (OSW) Civil Penalties.
• Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) System /Safety/Insurance/Titles/Carrier Approvals.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day In The Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Access to Public Records Requests. (APRA)
• Records/Document Retention.
• Custodian of Records/Disclosure Officer Training.
• Contracts and RFP/Procurement Assistance.
• Memorandums of Understanding, Data Sharing Agreements, and similar agreements.
• Assists with drafting settlement agreements and similar agreements.
• Confidentiality Agreements/Non-disclosure Agreements.
• Power of Attorney. (non-DOR form review)
• Secondary Review of Adjustments. (SRA)
• General Legal Assistance. (any area)
• Handling Legal Services travel.
• This position performs internal support functions relative to the Legal Services team’s responsibilities.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need For Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

A degree is not required. However, at least 7+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

• This position may access Federal Tax Information while performing daily job duties. All taxpayer information, federal and state, obtained by an employee in the performance of his/her duties is confidential and not to be shared with anyone outside the Department of Revenue, except as specified by Indiana Statute. Any employee or officer of the Department of Revenue who accesses tax information without a business reason, unofficially or without approval, will be dismissed from employment.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full‑time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully‑funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .