Paralegal Supervisor

Full-time position available with the Law Department, Litigation Divisions located at 414 E. 12th Street
Starting Salary: $4,619/monthly
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: November 05, 2025


Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the paralegals in the Litigation and Corporate units of the Law Department.
• Prioritizes and makes work assignments to staff to ensure that attorneys receive needed support and assistance with caseloads.
• Implements systems and processes utilized to conduct research and produce legal documents.
• Trains paralegals to effectively utilize databases and legal libraries to conduct research and other paralegal functions.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of functional area supervised.
• Performs the same or highly similar work as the position over which the incumbent has accountability, on an as needed basis.
• Coordinates the preparation of legal documents and tracks projects to ensure the work is completed accurately and on time.
• Organizes documents into formal reports and proofs for attorneys.
• Contributes to the development of process and procedures.
• Reviews judicial decisions, statutes, articles, and ordinances to ensure drafted documents are in compliance with legal authority.
• Maintains a small caseload to stay current on litigation trends and experiences of direct reports.
• Drafts and/or edits documents for review and approval.
• Assists as a back-up, when necessary, due to workloads and scheduling.
• Serves as a liaison with other City Departments to facilitate information exchange.
• Works independently under the general supervision of an administrative superior or an attorney.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited bachelor's degree and one (1) year experience in one or more of the following areas: paralegal, law, conducting research and/or investigations, drafting legal documents, or administrative work in a legal setting or law office. OR Accredited associates degree and three (3) years' experience in one or more of the following areas: paralegal, law, conducting research and/or investigations, drafting legal documents, or administrative work in a legal setting or law office. OR High School graduation and five (5) years' experience in one or more of the following areas: paralegal, law, research, investigations, drafting legal documents, or administrative work in a legal setting or law office.


Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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