Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Paralegal

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab • $63K — $131K *
Laurel, MD 20707In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Associate's degree from an accredited institution and 3+ years of paralegal experience.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize diverse tasks.
  • Proficiency in data and internet research, written and verbal communication.
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office.
  • Ability to collaborate with various staff levels and government agencies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
  • Dedicated work ethic, sound judgment, and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys and professionals in CLK and OGC.
  • Maintain risk-related records and track mitigation actions for ERM initiatives.
  • Organize compliance databases and monitor deadlines related to compliance activities.
  • Support investigations by organizing records and preparing chronologies.
  • Conduct intake with customers and prepare notes for review.
  • Research legal, regulatory, and policy compliance requirements.
  • Track legal developments impacting Laboratory operations.

Benefits

  • Assistance with obtaining necessary security clearances.
  • Opportunities for advancement within a supportive environment.
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking a Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to the Compliance and Mission Support group (CLK) across the Laboratory's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and legal compliance programs within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC).

As a Paralegal, you will...
  • Work closely with attorneys and other professionals in CLK and OGC to provide legal, administrative, and related support integral to the organization's operations.
  • Support ERM initiatives by maintaining risk-related records, tracking mitigation actions, compiling reports, and assisting with governance and compliance documentation.
  • Maintain confidential compliance databases/case management systems, track cases, monitor deadlines, and prepare reports and metrics related to compliance activities.
  • Support compliance investigations and workloads by organizing records, collecting documentation, preparing chronologies, and maintaining investigative files.
  • Conduct initial intake with customers and prepare intake notes for review and triage.
  • Conduct legal, regulatory, and policy research related to compliance requirements to support attorneys and other compliance professionals in matters affecting Laboratory operations.
  • Track legal developments for key issues impacting the Lab.
  • Assist the Lab with critical legal and compliance matters.
  • Assist in export reviews, government filings and record keeping.
  • Assist attorneys and professional staff with scheduling and calendaring.
  • Interact with APL's management, other internal clients, and outside contacts.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Have an Associate's degree from an accredited U.S. institution, with three or more years of specific paralegal experience with a law firm or in-house legal department.
  • Have strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize among a wide variety of projects;
  • Have strong skills in data and internet research, written and verbal communication, and building professional relationships;
  • Have strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office;
  • Possess an ability to work closely with a wide variety of staff and experience levels, including all levels of management both within the organization and with government agencies;
  • Have a demonstrated ability to work independently and be a standout colleague;
  • Possess a dedicated work ethic, sound judgment, professional demeanor, and be customer focused and discreet;
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a final Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.


You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...
  • Experience supporting one or more of the following functions: enterprise risk management, international trade compliance, employment law, ethics and conduct, government contracting compliance, or workplace investigations.
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Legal Studies from an accredited U.S. institution or a paralegal certificate.
  • An active Security clearance.


Minimum Rate

$30.40 Hourly

Maximum Rate

$63.40 Hourly

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
Learn more about Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1942
* Ladders Estimates

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