Paralegal
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Paralegal
Salary
$23.68 - $40.46 Hourly
Location
Various, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1803-25-LEGAL52
Department
LEO-MSHDA
Opening Date
05/06/2025
Closing Date
5/13/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
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Job Description
Position will be filled in either the Lansing OR Detroit office
REQUIRED POSITION TRAINING WILL BE HELD IN THE LANSING OFFICE UPON HIRE
At MSHDA we pursue equitable housing outcomes for underserved populations, including but not limited to race, gender, disability, religion, age, weight, socioeconomic status, and LGBTQ+. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
This position will serve as a senior level paralegal primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: 1) assisting multiple staff attorneys with complex multifamily real estate loan closings by preparing draft documents, reviewing due diligence, organizing and submitting required documentation to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, participating in closing calls, tracking closing status and progress, and handling all closing logistics; 2) post closing duties including recording documents through title companies and with register of deed offices, organizing and confirming completion of complex project closing files, communicating with other MSHDA divisions regarding key aspects of closings, filing UCCs and Notices to Assessor; 3) Assisting attorneys with other legal transactions including loan modifications, final closings, and ownership transfers; 4) Review of Discharge requests and processing of eligible discharges and releases, including assisting with or facilitating recording of documents; 5) other projects as assigned, including preforming minor legal research upon request, helping staff attorneys provide services to MSHDA programs and divisions, including but not limited to due diligence, minor research, completing simple grant agreements and reviewing grants, and reviewing and preparing draft responses to complaints filed through Michigan Department of Civil Rights; performing legal research as required; participating in the investigation of civil rights complaints and preparing initial drafts of responses to the complaints; assisting with pass-through closing; reviewing grant agreements between MSHDA and selected nonprofits, and other special assignments assigned by the Chief Legal Affairs Officer as necessary.
For additional information, please see the links below:
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/ParalegalPD11.pdf)
MSHDA's Code of Ethics
MSHDA's Promotional Video (https://www.youtube.com/embed/j6r3pblx5yc)
MSHDA is a Veteran Friendly Employer. Veterans and Military Spouses are encouraged to apply.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of an associate's degree in a paralegal or legal assistant program.
Experience
Paralegal 8
No specific type or amount is required.
Paralegal 9
One year of experience equivalent to a Paralegal 8.
Paralegal E10
Two years of experience equivalent to a Paralegal, including one year equivalent to a Paralegal 9.
Alternate Education and Experience
Graduation from any paralegal or legal assistant program approved by the American Bar Association may be substituted for the education requirement.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
Attach a copy of your detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
Attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s), if you have completed any college/university.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered . Also, information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to MSHDA. Review more information regarding official transcripts (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) .
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by MSHDA for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed may be notified of the results.
Based on operational needs, hybrid remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that weekly onsite work will be required. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation, drug test and a financial disclosure review.
Note: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.
Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV . If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/Paralegal.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and thei
