Paralegal - REPOSTED at Sweetwater Union High School District
About the Employer
Imagine a school district that wins the San Diego County Academic Decathlon eight years in a row, that guarantees a college education to entire grade levels of children and where students excel in the arts as well as the classroom. At the Sweetwater Union High School District, our students and staff members have accomplished those feats and many more. Founded in 1920, the district has grown to more than 40,000 students in grades 7 through 12 and more than 22,000 adult learners. The district’s 30 campuses are located in the cities of Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City and San Diego. Mission: Located in the heart of an international border community, Sweetwater District ensures a safe, inclusive, collaborative culture that empowers each student to actively engage in a meaningful educational experience to pursue personal and academic success. Belief Statements: We believe each student can succeed. We believe in a welcoming community that is inclusive, equitable, and promotes positive academic, social, and emotional well-being. We believe relationships and collaboration matter. We believe resources shall be equitably distributed to ensure the success of each student. We believe in the value of community voice in decision-making. We believe in a culture of trust based on integrity and transparency. SUHSD BP 4030: The Sweetwater Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying against an individual or group based on actual or perceived age; gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; sex, actual or potential parental, family, or marital status that treats students differently on the basis of sex; race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board of Trustees is determined to provide employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment, intimidation, bullying, and freedom from fear of retaliation for asserting their rights in accordance with that law. The District has designated the Chief Compliance Officer as the Title IX Coordinator at 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911 (619) 796-7720, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
---REPOSTED--- Education/Experience: As stated on the job description for this position. Any combination equivalent to a degree in paralegal studies, business administration, or related field and four years of experience in a managerial or supervisory position in a public or private law office or agency.
Required Documents: Each bulleted group below MUST be submitted before your application is considered. *Copy of valid California Driver's License *Copy of Degree/Certificate or other documentation necessary for candidate to utilize the title of Paralegal. *Letter of Intent/Introduction *Resume *Three letters of recommendation (dated July 2021 or after) *Supplemental Questions (5) Please respond to the following five (5) questions and submit with your application support documents: 1. Describe your experience responding to subpoenas and knowledge on the legal requirements/timelines of processing subpoenas and other requests for records from public agencies. 2. Describe your experience working with Public Records Act requests. 3. Describe your experience in contract review and management. 4. Describe your understanding and experience in Education Law. 5. Describe your understanding and experience in Special Education or Disability Laws. Job description also available on the SUHSD website. For more information about the district, job descriptions, etc., go to www.sweetwaterschools.org. “Sweetwater Union High School District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on age, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information, sex, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.” SUHSD Board Policy 0410
---REPOSTED--- Education/Experience: As stated on the job description for this position. Any combination equivalent to a degree in paralegal studies, business administration, or related field and four years of experience in a managerial or supervisory position in a public or private law office or agency.
Required Documents: Each bulleted group below MUST be submitted before your application is considered. *Copy of valid California Driver's License *Copy of Degree/Certificate or other documentation necessary for candidate to utilize the title of Paralegal. *Letter of Intent/Introduction *Resume *Three letters of recommendation (dated July 2021 or after) *Supplemental Questions (5) Please respond to the following five (5) questions and submit with your application support documents: 1. Describe your experience responding to subpoenas and knowledge on the legal requirements/timelines of processing subpoenas and other requests for records from public agencies. 2. Describe your experience working with Public Records Act requests. 3. Describe your experience in contract review and management. 4. Describe your understanding and experience in Education Law. 5. Describe your understanding and experience in Special Education or Disability Laws. Job description also available on the SUHSD website. For more information about the district, job descriptions, etc., go to www.sweetwaterschools.org. “Sweetwater Union High School District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on age, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information, sex, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.” SUHSD Board Policy 0410
Application Deadline
3/21/2022 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/10/2022
Contact
Araceli Guzman
619-585-6010
619-585-6010
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$83,272 up to $102,457 (Plus an additional Comprehensive Health/Welfare Package up to $14,130.)
Length of Work Year
222 Workdays
Employment Type
Full Time