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Location

Oakland, CA | United States

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Job description

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Position Base
Oakland, CA

UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.

The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Legal - Office of the General Counsel (UCL) provides legal services to the university, including representation, advice, research and training. We also provide legal opinions to the Board of Regents, administration, faculty, staff and others acting on the university's behalf. We report jointly to the Board of Regents and the president.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides paralegal support in the areas of labor & employment and business transactions matters and provides support to other UC Legal staff. Exhibits a strong foundation of knowledge in the overall paralegal field with some specialized experience in labor & employment and/or business transactions. Capable of performing duties independently, this paralegal must excel in document review and production in response to subpoenas and PRA requests, legal research, monitoring regulatory organizations, drafting documents such as position statements and research summaries and performing reviews of documents such as agreements and licenses for accuracy. The position requires a focus on attention to detail and effective time management. Conducts research on projects as directed by attorneys. A UC Legal paralegal acts as a liaison with internal clients, outside counsel and external organizations. The hire must be able to thrive in a collaborative work environment while also functioning with autonomy. By practicing OGC's Principles of Community this position is expected to contribute to a work environment that is collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity.

Responsibilities

• 40% Coordinate, analyze and assist counsel with responding to claims arising at the UC campuses and medical centers, including developing case strategy and strategies related to document collection and storage in coordination with in-house and outside counsel. Review documents to aid in responding to subpoenas, discovery requests and California Public Records Act requests. Review documents for applicable privileges; identify, preserve, collect, and process documents utilizing key-term (Boolean) searches. Produce electronically stored information ("ESI") and other documents utilizing eDiscovery software such as Logikcull and/or Relativity platforms.
• 30% Perform first review of documents such as gift agreements, procurement, grants/sponsored programs and licenses for issues, including but not limited to, ensuring correct name of entity is identified, confirm that the appropriate policy references/links as well as standard terms from library of terms are included and to highlight questions for further review by Counsel .
• 15% Conduct legal research of federal and state law, as well as administrative caselaw including decisions by the Public Employment Relations Board. Monitor updates and research relevant information as directed by counsel.
• 15% Provide case summaries, research memoranda and analyses to clients, outside counsel and OGC attorneys. Draft first versions of position statements for counsel review in practice areas including Labor & Employment and memoranda relating to updates on state and federal law.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong project management and data organization skills.
• Strong skills in research (Westlaw and/or Lexis Nexis) and analyzing / synthesizing large amounts of data.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer application programs such as Relativity and/or Logikcull.
• Working knowledge of UC processes, protocols and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge in one or more legal practice areas.

Education: Associate degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training required.

License/Certifications: Paralegal certification preferred.

Travel Requirements: 0%

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person hired will be required to reside within California and report to work on-site at UC's Office of the President (UCOP), located in Oakland, CA on a regular basis. Current policy requires that a new employee work on-site at least two days a week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays ("anchor days"). In exceptional circumstances, approved by the General Counsel, candidates residing in or willing to relocate to California may be considered for a fully remote work arrangement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Job Title: Paralegal 3
Job Code: 007387
Salary Grade: Grade 22

Payscale: $93,000 - $106,000, commensurate with experience

Full Range: 77,600 - 140,400

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job isNovember 9, 2023. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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