Paralegal 220

Paralegal 220

Salary

$50,095.00 - $89,644.00 Annually

Location

Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB) 300 West Washington Street, Greensboro, NC

Job Type

Active Full-Time

Job Number

05515

Department

Law

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $50,095 - $65,915 Full Salary Range: $50,095 - $89,644

Benefits:

We offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

The City Attorney's Office is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting attorneys with research, case preparation, and documentation, with a strong focus on real property, collections, and litigation assistance.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Make a direct impact on the community through meaningful legal work.
• Collaborate with dedicated professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning.
• Stability and security working in public service with excellent City benefits.

About the Role:

The Paralegal performs a variety of responsible paralegal work in support of the City Attorney's Office. Key duties include:

• Conducting legal research, analysis, and interpretation involving all areas of the law with an emphasis on real property, collections, and litigation assistance.
• Drafting legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and contracts.
• Assisting attorneys in preparation for hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings.
• Organizing case files and maintaining accurate legal records.
• Coordinating and communicating effectively with staff, attorneys, public officials, and the general public.

This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Qualifications

What You Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Paralegal Program with 1-3 years of experience in a Law Office
• "OR" Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Criminal Justice, Political Science, English, or Paralegal Studies) with six months of experience in a Law Office
• North Carolina Paralegal Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Criminal Justice, Political Science, English or Paralegal Studies)
• Experience working for the government.
• Experience utilizing legal case management systems
• Experience researching the Administrative Office of the Courts database
• Experience with Guilford County Clerk of Superior Courts Office and Register of Deeds Office
• Experience performing title searches in Guilford County
• Notary Public in good standing

Ready to Lead?

If you're a motivated legal professional with a passion for research, analysis, and problem-solving, we invite you to apply and help us advance the City Attorney's Offices mission.

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What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED. All Education/Degrees must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.

• Not Applicable
• Some High School Education
• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• Juris Doctorate

02

Do you have an Associates Degree or higher in Paralegal studies? Degree must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of experience do you have working in a Law Office? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 year experience, but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years experience, but less than 5 years experience
• 5 years experience, but less than 7 years experience
• 7 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

04

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience working in a Law Office. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

05

Are you a North Carolina Certified Paralegal (NCCP)?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Criminal Justice, Political Science, English, or Paralegal Studies)? Degree must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working for the government? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

08

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience working for the government • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

09

Do you have experience utilizing legal case management systems? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

10

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience utilizing legal case management systems. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

11

Do you have experience researching the Administrative Office of the Courts database? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

12

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience researching the Administrative Office of the Courts database. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

13

Do you have experience with the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Courts Office and Register of Deeds Office? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

14

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience with the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Courts Office and Register of Deeds Office. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

15

Do you have experience performing title searches in Guilford County? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

16

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience performing title searches in Guilford County. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

17

Do you currently possess a Notary Public Commission License?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

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Employer City of Greensboro

Address 300 West Washington Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401

Website http://www.greensboro-nc.gov