AGO Paralegal III - Consumer Protection Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 7691F277-9630-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Attorney General's Office (AGO) seeks a talented and experienced Paralegal to provide legal services to the Consumer Protection Unit (CPU), consisting of eight Assistant Attorneys General (along with one other paralegal and two investigators). 

The CPU handles cases in all areas of Vermont's consumer and antitrust laws, which prohibit businesses from engaging in unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The CPU does this by: investigating serious or widespread allegations of consumer deception; where appropriate, filing suit against those who have violated consumer protection and related laws; resolving consumer abuses in a way that restores consumer losses and deters future violations of law; issuing consumer protection rules or guidance; appearing before the Vermont Legislature on consumer protection issues; commenting on federal laws and regulations of interest to Vermont consumers; and conducting consumer education and working to encourage fair business practices.

 

The CPU also works with the Attorney General's Consumer Assistance Program ("CAP") to assist consumers and small businesses to understand consumer laws and rights, and to investigate and resolve disputes, through outreach, education, mediation and other methods. The position will involve some coordination with CAP.

Who May Apply

This position, AGO Paralegal III (Job Req #54465), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

• AGO Paralegal II (#54462)
• AGO Paralegal III (#54465)

 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact James Layman at james.layman@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in office settings. Some work in the field could on rare occasions necessitate travel for which incumbents should have private means of transportation available. Some evening or overtime work may be required. Incumbents must be able to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and deal tactfully with the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in criminal justice, law, or related legal field AND three (3) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.  

OR

Six (6) or more years of experience performing paralegal duties.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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