Paralegal at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Are you organized, reliable, and highly skilled in office administration?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to the Ethics and Compliance (E&C) Office and other components of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC).

As a Paralegal, you will...

• Work closely with attorneys in OGC to provide legal, administrative, and related support integral to the organization’s operations.
• Maintain databases, assist in producing reports; organize and manage legal files and electronic document control/filing; assist in litigation document production; and, facilitate responses to subpoenas and garnishments.
• Conduct legal research to support attorneys in providing legal advice to internal clients.
• Track legal developments for key issues impacting the Lab.
• Assist the Lab with critical legal and compliance matters.
• Assist attorneys and professional staff with scheduling and calendaring.
• Assist attorneys in managing agreements with third parties that are not otherwise managed by other APL organizations.
• Interact with APL’s management, other internal clients, and outside contacts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 from diverse backgrounds and 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...

• Previously provided support for an ethics and compliance function.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Legal Studies from an accredited U.S. institution or a paralegal certificate.
• An active Security clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.