• Job Description

  Req#: 5388033
  Salary : $66,354.60 - $91,655.23 Annually
  Location : Riverside
  Job Type: Regular
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 26-78494-03
  Department: County Counsel
  Division: County Counsel
  Opening Date: 08/13/2026
  Closing Date: 8/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
  ABOUT THE POSITION
  The County of Riverside's Office of County Counsel has an opportunity for a Paralegal I/II - CN to support the Health & Adult Welfare Division located in Riverside, CA.
  Under general supervision, the Paralegal I/II - CN performs a broad range of paralegal duties for one or more attorneys engaged in administrative or civil law in the Office of County Counsel; assists in the preparation of cases for trial and hearing matters; prepares exhibits, witnesses and index documents for trial; handles medical subpoenas; prepares and processes California Records Requests; performs other related duties as required.
  The Paralegal II - CN is distinguished from the Paralegal I - CN in that the latter performs basic and routine duties where the majority of the duties can be learned in a brief period of time, are clearly defined, and have established guidelines. The Paralegal series is further distinguished from various other legal classifications where the duties are less technical and focus on procedural or administrative tasks such as scheduling, calendaring, typing, proofing, or recordkeeping.
  Employees in a Confidential designated class are defined by Section 3.b. of the Employee Relations Resolution, as "any employee who may be privy to the decision-making process of County management affecting employee relations" and are only authorized for broad use within the departments of Executive Office, Clerk of the Board, County Counsel, and Human Resources.
  
  The department seeks candidates with prior experience in family law and social service s, as well as previous experience handling medical subpoenas; preparing and processing California Records Requests. Competitive candidates will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.), able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, and highly organized while remaining flexible to manage changing assignments and priorities.
  
  Salary Range
  Paralegal I - CN: $62,704.98 - $84,805.70 Annually
  Paralegal II - CN: $66,354.60 - $91,655.23 Annually
  
  Hybrid schedule available after training and probationary period. The level at which the position will be filled is at the discretion of the department. The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
  Meet the Team!
  The is a full-service law office that provides advisory and litigation support on issues of vital concern to the County and its residents such as health care, public safety, child welfare, land development, environmental protection, public finance, taxation and elections.
  EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Research and analyze law sources (i.e., statutes, ordinances, court decisions, criminal pleadings, police reports, legal documents, and articles) for use in preparing legal documents (i.e., briefs, pleadings, contracts, deeds, opinions) for review, approval and use by an attorney.
  • Interview witnesses, defendants and others in civil or criminal cases for pre-trial or pre-hearing declarations; respond to propounding discovery and discovery requests.
  • Correspond with clients and witnesses; collect client background information.
  • Draft motions, memoranda of points and authorities, interrogatories and answers, complaints and answers, crossclaims, affidavits, briefs, and declarations.
  • Review legal documents and forms for completeness and conformance to specific requirements set forth in applicable legal codes.
  • Gather factual information and perform legal research not available through routine sources to assist attorneys in determining appropriate legal action.
  • Perform preliminary analysis of legislative bills and research legislative histories.
  • Summarize, organize and index prior opinions, testimony, depositions, and documentary material from interrogatories; organize and index trial documents; prepare exhibits and assist attorneys at trial by keeping track of exhibits, testimony and documents.
  • May act as a liaison to County departments and outside agencies; may serve as an immediate assistant to a senior or supervising attorney and may assist in the training, selection and evaluation of lower-level paralegals.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  Paralegal I - CN
  
  Education: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California pursuant to the California Business and Professions Codes Chapter 5.6 Paralegals 6450 (c).
  A paralegal shall possess at least one of the following:
  (1) A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  (2) A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.
  (3) A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.
  (4) A high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003.
  
  Experience: None required.
  Knowledge of: Principles of civil and criminal law and their application; legal research methods and techniques; preparation of briefs and opinions; resources available in a law library; trial and hearing procedures and rules of evidence; County government functions and legal responsibilities.
  
  Ability to: Perform legal research; interview witnesses; analyze legal problems; prepare drafts of legal documents; present statements of fact and law; argue clearly and logically in written and oral form; interpret applicable state and federal codes, laws and statutes; work cooperatively with others.
  Paralegal II - CN
  
  Education: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California pursuant to the California Business and Professions Codes Chapter 5.6 Paralegals 6450 (c).
  A paralegal shall possess at least one of the following:
  
  (1) A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  
  (2) A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.
  
  (3) A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.
  
  (4) A high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003.
  Experience: One year equivalent to a Paralegal I with the County of Riverside or in a law office performing paralegal duties that demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities relevant to the specific assignment.
  
  Knowledge of: Principles of civil and criminal law and their application; legal research methods and techniques; preparation of briefs and opinions; resources available in a law library; trial and hearing procedures and rules of evidence; County government functions and legal responsibilities.
  
  Ability to: Perform legal research; interview witnesses; analyze legal problems; prepare drafts of legal documents; present statements of fact and law; argue clearly and logically in written and oral form; interpret applicable state and federal codes, laws and statutes; work cooperatively with others.
  
  ALL OPTIONS
  
  Other Requirements
  
  License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
  
  Must maintain a current paralegal certification or degree by certified completion of the mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE) post-employment standards. The Paralegal series is required to certify completion of MCLE credits every two years pursuant to the California Business and Professions Code Chapter 5.6 Paralegals 6450 (d).
  
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
  Application Status:
  How to confirm your application was received or check on the status of your application, log-in to , click on your name in the upper right corner, and click on "Applications & Status."
  
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  For questions regarding this recruitment:
  Contact Amanda Campos at 951-955-9707 or Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
  APPLICATION INFORMATION
  
  Veteran's Preference
  The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here:
  Reasonable Accommodations
  The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
  Proof of Education
  If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
  
  If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
  Work Authorization Requirement
  Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
  Pre-Employment
  All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
  Probationary Period
  As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
  General Information
  Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
  Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
  Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
  If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
  BENEFIT PROGRAM: MCU
  MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution, as governed by the applicable Management Resolution, to contribute towards the cost of these plans. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
  
  Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
  MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
  
  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
  
  A new member is defined as any of the following:
  
  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
  
  CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
  
  Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
  
  Note:
  
  This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
  Option 2.
  
  If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
  DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
  
  401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
  
  VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
  
  0 through 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
  4 to through 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
  10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
  
  Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
  
  SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
  
  HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
  
  BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken from use of accrued Sick leave balance).
  
  BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
  
  LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit may be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
  
  POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
  
  OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
  01
  
  I understand that I must upload my transcripts and/or certifications as part of the application screening process. These documents will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process
  • Yes
  • No
  
  02
  
  What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in a closely related field?
  • None of these
  • Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
  • At least 90 semester or 135 quarter units
  • At least 120 semester or 180 units
  • I have my Associates degree
  • I have my Bachelors degree
  • I have my Masters degree
  • I have my Doctorate degree
  
  03
  
  Are you a current regular, part time, temporary, per diem, or seasonal employee with the County of Riverside?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  04
  
  Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  05
  
  Do you possess any of the following?
  • None
  • A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  • A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.
  • A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject.
  
  06
  
  How many years of law-related experience do you possess under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years?
  • No Experience
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
  
  07
  
  If you possess one or more years of law-related work experience, do you have a written declaration from this attorney stating that you are qualified to perform paralegal tasks?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  08
  
  Briefly tell us about your prior legal experience in family law, social services, handling medical subpoenas, or preparing and processing California Records Requests.
  Required Question

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