Ercot

Ercot

Paralegal

Austin, TX

Sponsorship not specified$74k-$102kDetected 27 days ago
ComplianceCorporate LawResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues and/or in making recommendations.
  • Receives direction on daily work and detailed instructions on newly introduced and/or more complex assignments.
  • Works closely with committee attorney, executives, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to review and finalize public committee materials for posting to ERCOT.com.

Responsibilities

  • Provides backup support for other paralegals and specialists within the department, which requires cross-training on other roles, functions, and responsibilities.
  • Attends committee meetings and manages overseeing podium responsibilities during general and executive sessions Board meetings to facilitate seamless presentation of materials.
  • Provides backup support to the primary paralegal responsible for presentation of materials during Board meetings.
  • Coordinates and collaborates with ERCOT's Market Rules team regarding deadlines and status of applications.
  • Manages the Membership email mailbox and responds by email or telephone to Membership applicants in a professional and timely manner.
  • Provides administrative support for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) matters, including calendaring, tracking, and coordination.
  • Supports ERCOT's regulatory compliance initiatives.
  • Prepares pleadings, certificates of service, administrative law filings, requests for information (RFIs) and other legal documents.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
  • Paralegal Certification (Required)
  • The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Nice to have

  • Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
  • Requires high level of technical aptitude, including proficiency in legal software, case management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Requires ability to analyze, identify, and synthesize relevant issues, discern applicable laws, and apply recognized legal authority to solution of a matter
  • Prefer exposure to and/or knowledge of processes related to conducting Board meetings, including familiarity with Diligent
  • Prefer experience with proceedings at Public Utility Commission of Texas
  • Prefer understanding of litigation procedures and ability to research court rules and report findings to attorneys
  • Prefer familiarity with electronic discovery (eDiscovery) processes, including the identification, collection, and production of electronically stored information
  • Prefer ability to adapt to changing circumstances and function well under pressure or in high stake situations

Skills

  • ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company.
  • It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise.
  • Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compensation

  • $74,000 - $102,000
  • Prepares Market Notice regarding the annual ERCOT Membership Application process and calendars related deadlines.
  • Assists with planning efforts for and attends ERCOT Annual Membership meeting, including collaboration with ERCOT's Communications team, senior legal leadership, external speakers, and guests.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • oyment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, vet

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