Legal Support Specialist 2026-02536

Legal Support Specialist 2026-02536

Salary

$27.39 - $30.43 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02536

Department

Real Estate Commission

Division

Payroll

Opening Date

10/15/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

BALG07

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position provides administrative and case management support to the Wyoming Real Estate Commission and Certified Real Estate Appraiser Board. Working closely with the Senior Investigator, Commissioners, Board Members, agency attorneys, and the public, this position ensures all disciplinary case deadlines are met and in compliance with federal and state requirements. As a small agency, staff performs a variety of duties.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Samantha Drew / 307-777-7667 / samantha.drew2@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Perform legal support specialist duties
• Receive and process verified complaints against licensees, appraisers, and Appraisal Management Companies (AMCS)
• Manage case dockets, calendars, and procedural deadlines
• Coordinate document production and compile docket materials
• Maintain organized records, indexes, and disciplinary documents
• Enter, verify, and audit data in the agency's licensing system
• Assist with licensing for real estate professionals, appraisers, and AMCs
• Provides courteous and professional customer service via phone and email
• Provide administrative support to Commission and Board liaisons, the Fiscal Manager, and general office operations;

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Experience in legal, regulatory, or case management support

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Proficiency with database entry, Microsoft 365, and Google Products

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Customer service experience in a professional setting

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures
• Knowledge of state and federal court policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes and the Agencys mission goals, policies, and procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (Typically in Legal Studies/Paralegal)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience in (Legal Studies/Paralegal)

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience in (Legal Studies/Paralegal)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position requires the incumbent to perform desk work.
• This position involves occasional travel, both in-state and out-of-state.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

018 - Real Estate Commission

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resource Contact: Samantha Drew / 307-777-7667 / samantha.drew2@wyo.gov

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(BALG07) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Legal Studies/Paralegal? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Legal secretarial/administrative, paralegal, deputy clerk working in the state, county or federal court system, anyone whose full time position has been to assist in the creation and management of legal documents for use in the legal process. )

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have progressive work experience or skills in any of the following areas? Check all that apply.

• Legal, regulatory, or case management support
• Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with database entry, Microsoft 365, and Google Products
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service experience in a professional setting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment

06

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

08

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. * I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

11

(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm