Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC):

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission is an administrative agency that hears evidence in cases filed before it and makes decisions based on the evidence presented in those cases. An advocate of neither the public nor the utilities, the Commission is required by state statute to make decisions in the public interest to ensure the utilities provide safe and reliable service at just and reasonable rates.

Role Overview:

The Paralegal / Legal Assistant coordinates all activities for case hearings and maintains calendars, schedules, service lists, docket entries, and orders. This includes electronic processing of all filings to and from the Commission in docketed proceedings and updating the case management system. You will assist with drafting legal documents and may also be assigned legal and records research projects. You will work closely with Administrative Law Judges, Commissioners, and technical staff.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $50,666.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Provide accurate and efficient administrative support for Administrative Law Judges (ALJs).
• Ensure that IURC requirements are met for the timely and proper disposition of cases.
• Provide routine clerical support such as filing, mailing, and faxing.
• Maintain notification, publication, and calendaring of hearings and conferences in docketed proceedings.
• Proofread, format, and circulate Orders for Conference.
• Draft simple or routine docket entries.
• Perform legal research.
• Process electronic filings and update the electronic database.
• Maintain confidential records.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What Youll Need for Success:

Credentials:

Undergraduate degree, paralegal associate degree, paralegal certification, or at least five years of experience working in a legal office environment in a position of trust with senior management in either the public or private sector.

Additional qualifications:

• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Able to maintain situational awareness, respond to customers in a professional business manner, and engage others in reaching positive solutiions.
• Excellent time management skills and able to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Productivity Software including Work, Excel, Outlook, Sharepoint, PowerPoint, Dynamics, and Copilot.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.