Paralegal
Florida Atlantic University
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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Paralegal - Boca Raton, FL.
The Office of the General Counsel at Florida Atlantic University provides legal advice and services to the University's agents, officers, employees, and related organization on University matters. The paralegal will report to the Vice President and General Counsel.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Will be responsible for assisting University Counsel with research of state and federal law and administrative and fiscal rules and policies.
Will oversee the University’s response to subpoenas and assist litigation counsel with pretrial preparation and discovery, including record production, witness preparation, e-filing, and scheduling. Will assist the General Counsel with Board of Trustees’ meetings, including preparation of meeting minutes, as well as posting and maintaining University Regulations and Policies on the University website.
Will assist University administrators and inter-institutional groups in resolving specific legal, administrative, and regulatory problems. The paralegal will also disseminate information regarding SUS/University rules, policies and contracts.
May serve as a liaison between the Office of the General Counsel and other agencies and departments.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of study and three years experiences as a paralegal required.Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Paralegal Certification
Salary:
$75,000 - $100,000 per year.College or Department:
UGC: Office of University General Counsel (Joseph Scott Van de Bogart (Z80034027))Location:
Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This is an on-campus position, and regular in-person attendance is required.Application Deadline:
2026-01-11Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.