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We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a dedicated team at an agency committed to advocating for Texas veterans. In this role, you will process incoming Public Information Act requests, coordinate agency open meetings, assist with records management, support litigation cases, and research and analyze legal issues affecting veterans and the agency.
The Team You Will Be Joining
This agency was created to advocate for Texas veterans. It assists veterans in their efforts to secure the resources they need. The agency works primarily through four capacities: employment services, education program, claims representation, and the Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. It invites you to join them in their mission to help deliver veterans’ benefits rightfully earned in exchange for their service in the United States’ armed forces.
Major Duties
• Process incoming Public Information Act requests submitted to the agency.
• Perform duties related to administrative rulemaking requirements in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
• Coordinate timely notice of all agency open meetings in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
• Assist Records Management Officer with duties related to administering the agency’s records retention schedule and records management plan.
• Maintain disposition log, provide guidance to staff, assist with records retention schedule amendments and recertification.
• Prepare annual forms for new and reappointed committee members.
• Research and analyze state and federal statutes, case law, regulations, rules, advisory opinions, policies, and guidelines regarding issues affecting veterans, the agency or its staff.
• Assist General Counsel with litigation cases involving the agency or its employees.
What We’re Looking For
• (3) years full-time experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or legal secretary (preferably for a State of Texas government agency or institution of higher education)
• Knowledge of Veterans programs and relevant state and federal laws.
• Certification as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal through the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) or the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) or through the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBS).
Exciting Opportunity Details
• Rate: $43.00 per hour
• Length of Engagement: 6 weeks+ (potential for temp to perm)
• Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
• Location: Austin, TX (Onsite, 78701)
The Peak Performers Difference
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• Weekly payments through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements.
All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.
Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
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