Job Description Summary

The University Paralegal provides essential legal support to the Office of General Counsel by assisting attorneys with a wide range of legal matters. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong research, writing, and communication skills. The Paralegal will work on diverse legal issues affecting the University, including but not limited to contract review, litigation support, policy development, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

Legal Research and Analysis: 

• Conduct legal research using online databases, legal libraries, and other resources.
• Analyze legal documents and summarize findings for attorneys.
• Monitor and track changes in laws and regulations that affect the University?

?Litigation Support: 

• Assist attorneys with litigation matters, including discovery and document preparation.
• Organize and maintain litigation files and databases.

Policy and Compliance: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of University policies and procedures.
• Research and analyze regulatory requirements and assist with compliance efforts.
• Maintain records related to compliance activities.

Administrative Support: 

• Manage and organize legal files and documents.
• Respond to inquiries from faculty, staff, and students.

Other Duties: 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel or attorneys.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field.

•  Two years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in a higher education, government, or legal setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and research methods.

• Proficiency in legal research databases (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).      

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred. 

• Experience in higher education law.

• Experience with document management software.

• Experience with public records requests.

Required Application Documents

Resume and cover letter

About Miami University

“Miami University, a student-centered public university founded in 1809, has built its success through an unwavering commitment to liberal arts undergraduate education, with complementary quality graduate programs, and the active engagement of its students in both curricular and co-curricular life. With a student body of 16,000, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with faculty who love to teach and the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Faculty and staff are highly valued for their contributions toward the Miami experience. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and stable work environment as they work to support the university’s educational mission. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles northwest of Cincinnati, with regional campuses located in Hamilton and Middletown, Ohio, and a center in Luxembourg. Known as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, Miami, the nation's tenth oldest public university, is recognized for its striking red brick Georgian-style architecture and tree-shaded lawns. Take a Virtual Tour from our website.”

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