Job Description Full-time position available with the Law Department -

Collections Division Work Location:

414 E. 12th

St Pay Range:

Starting at $4,711 per month

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled About Us About the Law Department The Law Department, under the direction of the City Attorney, provides comprehensive legal services to the City (as a whole) as well as the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and all City entities. It represents the City in all legal matters, manages litigation, prosecutes ordinance violations, and provides legal counsel on issues affecting municipal interests. The Department reviews and approves contracts and official documents, prepares legislation, and performs additional duties assigned by ordinance or resolution. Organized to address a broad range of legal areas, including corporate, litigation, and prosecutorial functions, the Department ensures compliance with the law, supports effective governance, and protects the City's legal and financial interests. Click here for more about this department

Responsibilities What You'll Do:

Supervises five paralegals in the Collections Unit while continuing to perform the functions of the underlying substantive position. Provides guidance and assistance to assigned paralegal staff. Assigns day-to-day tasks to balance workload distribution among team members. Reviews legal work for accuracy. Trains new staff members. Acts as a mentor and role model for the team. Serves as a liaison between attorneys and the paralegal staff. Resolves problems that arise, with assistance from the Managing Attorney when needed. Addresses issues affecting daily workflow and operations. Provides performance feedback to team members. Conducts employee evaluations. Ensures compliance with Departmental and City rules and regulations. Manages thousands of post-judgment earnings tax collection cases. Researches employment and bank information to determine where a garnishment would be most effective. Drafts garnishments to collect underlying amounts due on judgments. Drafts Satisfactions of Judgment. Drafts releases of garnishments. Drafts payoff letters for title companies. Monitors payment plans established for assigned cases. Interacts with the public through email, phone calls, and walk-in inquiries. 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 Associate's 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. Must pass a background check as prescribed by the City. Other Information Military veterans encouraged to apply Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified) 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. Want the Full Picture? Click here for a complete benefits summary. 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

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