Senior Paralegal - Education Policy & Compliance

Katy ISD; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD Office of General Counsel in Katy, Texas is seeking a Senior Paralegal to perform confidential administrative and paralegal duties. You will research statutes, review divorce decrees, subpoenas, and other legal documents, and support campus inquiries while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.

The role requires an associates degree or paralegal certificate, 3 years of paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and

Qualifications

• Associates degree or paralegal certificate.
• 3 years paralegal experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications.
• Proficient technology and file maintenance skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative and good judgment when working with public, employees, and administrators.
• Excellent clerical skills with productivity under pressure.
• Ability to follow procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain confidentiality.
• Exhibit strong public relations skills.
• Familiarity with Board Policy and legal statutes.
• Experience in family law or educational organizations preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for ADAs and registrars regarding family-related court documents.
• Operate a policy help desk to assist employees, parents, and patrons.
• Assist with revision of policies and administrative regulations or processes as needed.
• Maintain a tracking, monitoring, and filing system for student complaints.
• Coordinate and facilitate District-level appeal hearings regarding student complaints.
• Assist in reviewing and revising letters in response to formal student complaints.
• Review/ summarize divorce decrees and other legal documents for access to student information.
• Assist campus administrators with subpoenas and court orders.
• Liaise with attorneys to reduce court appearances and staff time off campus.
• Prepare training materials on current and sensitive school-law issues.
• Stay aware of religious holidays impacting attendance.
• Submit reports to the General Counsel as needed.
• Perform paralegal duties; may work with outside counsel.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Public relations

Judgment

Education

Associates Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based applications

Job description

Katy ISD Office of General Counsel in Katy, Texas is seeking a Senior Paralegal to perform confidential administrative and paralegal duties. You will research statutes, review divorce decrees, subpoenas, and other legal documents, and support campus inquiries while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.

The role requires an associates degree or paralegal certificate, 3 years of paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and