Senior Paralegal, Records Custodian (PED #71544)

Posting Details

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

All positions at the NM Public Education Department are based in Santa Fe.

MISSION:

EQUITY, EXCELLENCE AND RELEVANCE

- The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.

VISION:

ROOTED IN OUR STRENGTHS

- Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students. General Counsel The Office of General Counsel provides advice and counsel to the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED). Mission Statement The NMPED Office of the General Counsel is a team of professionals advancing the mission and objectives of the NMPED by delivering legal services of the highest quality. We strive for openness, accessibility, respect for all people and integrity while providing sound judgment and constructive advice. We are committed to serving and earning the public¿s trust. We assist in legal matters affecting New Mexico Public Education, such as providing assistance in developing and amending contracts, final decisions regarding educator license complaints and investigations; Legal appeals and litigation support. Why does the job exist? The Senior Paralegal, Records Custodian will respond to multiple and continuous Inspection of Public Record (IPRA) requests and create a tracking tool to ensure all requests are responded to in a timely manner. This position will also work with the attorneys in the PED Office of General Counsel (OGC) to identify and provide requested records and follow all legal requirements when releasing such records to members of the public making such requests. The Senior Paralegal, Records Custodian, under the guidance of the General Counsel, will comply with all statutes and regulations when releasing such records and must redact restricted information as required. This position will also be responsible for assisting PED's compliance with (1) the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (2) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and (3) the processes necessary for conducting background checks on PED's providers and employees. How does it get done? Review and Processing of IPRA requests Records Management and Strategic Planning Litigation Support to Office of General Counsel Attorneys and Public Education Department Staff Legal Services Support and Document Drafting and Review Who are the customers? The Public Education Department and its constituents. Ideal Candidate The Public Education Department and its constituents. Minimum Qualification Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies and two (2) years of work experience drafting and preparing legal correspondence, conducting legal research, and maintaining a case management/tracking system. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Working Conditions Office setting, exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage with extended periods of sitting. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Miguel Lozano 505/ 309-2438 or Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.