Share Email Opening Title Paralegal, Application, Open Until Filled  Ministry Team Office of the General Minister and President   Reports To General Counsel   FLSA Status Exempt   Salary Grade 8   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio   Starting Salary   Description GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the direction of the General Counsel, the paralegal position organizes and maintains electronic and paper files; monitors electronic dockets; maintains trademarks; assists in corporate governance, compliance, and record-keeping functions; conducts preliminary review of contracts; manages compliance with the group exemption; and assists the Office of General Counsel by providing a variety of support duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Approximately 25% of time devoted to administrative assistance: Organize and maintain paper and electronic files as directed. Performs other clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, providing information to callers, composing and typing routine correspondence, scanning/photocopying, and reading and routing incoming mail. Performs support duties such as making travel arrangements, planning meetings, and preparing and filing expense reports. Monitor electronic dockets as directed; calendar key events; correspond with outside counsel as necessary. Monitor and maintain trademarks as directed; file appropriate maintenance filings with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; provide assistance in registering new trademarks. Assist in corporate governance functions for corporations of the National Setting as directed, including but not limited to drafting resolutions, reviewing and maintaining minutes, scheduling board meetings, and collecting information from board members as directed. Assist in corporate record-keeping functions for corporations of the National Setting as directed, including but not limited to filings required by the secretary of state. Manage compliance with group tax exemption in accordance with the established process; communicate regularly with subordinate organizations and provide reports as required. Review contracts and manage existing contracts. Assists in corporate transactions and real estate transactions when required. Research (case law and statutory) as directed and the preparation of memoranda to the General Counsel as directed.   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position. Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, or equivalent education, plus at least 4-6 years’ experience in a paralegal position with responsibility for trademark and corporate governance or nonprofit governance functions. Large law firm and/or nonprofit legal department experience preferred. Litigation management experience also preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to convey research findings quickly and accurately in an oral format. Must be able to work independently, prioritize work, meet deadlines and coordinate numerous tasks with minimum supervision. Demonstrated organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners and donors that reflect a broad range of diversity. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment with competing demands. Alignment with and strong commitment to the values and mission of the United Church of Christ. Thorough familiarity with the following tools: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint LexisNexis (preferred) or WestLaw Concur Solutions (or other electronic expense reporting software) Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF software, including the ability to combine electronic documents, edit PDFs, and electronically label PDFs This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility. It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of the UCC by being attentive to self-care, education, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and the importance of referring those in need to supportive and helpful resources. The United Church of Christ National Ministries is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.   Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health, dental, life, and pension benefits   Application Deadline Open Until Filled   About the Organization The United Church of Christ Our faith is 2000 years old. Our thinking is not. We believe in God's Continuing Testament. We believe in Extravagant Welcome We believe the church's mission is to Change Lives   EOE Statement The United Church of Christ National Setting celebrates diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the broad spectrum of our diverse society. We endeavor to recruit employees from backgrounds that vary by race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, genetic information, past, present or future service in the uniformed services, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. We are proud to be a multicultural, multiracial, open and affirming, accessible to all, equal opportunity employer.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://UCC.appone.com

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