Open to: General Public Salary: $25 Per Hour Department of Environmental Protection Legal Regulatory & Enforcement Policy Office of Transactions and Public Land Administration Legal and Transactional Operations Under supervision of a supervisory official or other designated official in a state department, institution, or agency, performs varied work incidental to the acquisition of real estate or interests therein, including review of title searches and title insurance policies, the determination of the legal effect of recorded instruments and the preparation of memoranda and other required documents; Provide legal assistance, including the preparation and review of acquisition contracts, as well as real estate closing documents and correspondence. The selected candidate will work directly with DEP regulatory officers, Deputy Attorneys General (DAsG), and existing paralegal/research analyst staff who handle contract preparation, real estate closings, and post-closing administration (which also may include assistance with the preparation and review of legal agreements to utilize DEP land). Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience working on or handling real estate agreements and transactions, particularly those involving public entities.





Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, or an Associate’s degree and a Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies. Two (2) years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm, legal tribunal, or legal department in a public or private entity whose primary function is the research, enactment, enforcement, or litigation of legal matters.

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Benefits TES / Hourly employeebenefits include: ~ Earned Sick Time**Pursuant to the State/Department’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.

When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.

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Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce.

📌 L-2H Research Analyst/Paralegal (Hourly) (Trenton)
🏢 NJ Department of Environmental Protection
📍 Trenton