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Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received.To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General\xe2\x80\x99s Office direct application page.ParalegalCriminal BureauGaming Enforcement DivisionThe Office of the Attorney General is looking for a highly motivated individual to support the work of the Gaming Enforcement Division within the Criminal Bureau. The Gaming Enforcement Division is a statewide team of prosecutors, investigators, and administrative and other staff, partnered with the Massachusetts State Police, and charged with investigating and prosecuting gaming-related crimes, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 12, \xc2\xa7 11M.Primary Duties: The Paralegal will provide day-to-day paralegal and administrative support to employees of the Gaming Enforcement Division (GED), as well as the Criminal Bureau. These duties will include the following responsibilities:\xc2\xb7 Research policy and legal matters pertinent to GED initiatives;\xc2\xb7 Draft administrative, grand jury, and trial subpoenas, as well as witness summons, discovery, and preservation orders, at the direction of prosecutors;\xc2\xb7 Track referrals, investigations, and prosecutions for GED;\xc2\xb7 Support grand jury work by preparing documents and analyzing returns to help develop investigations;\xc2\xb7 Support litigation matters by creating discovery, as well as scheduling business and law enforcement witnesses.\xc2\xb7 Analyze digital evidence in furtherance of investigations and prosecutions;\xc2\xb7 Assist in the coordination of trainings and assembly of training materials;\xc2\xb7 Organize and deposit seized monies, as well as track seizure and forfeiture processes;\xc2\xb7 Any additional duties necessary to effectuate the above responsibilities;\xc2\xb7 Administrative duties consistent with the needs of the Division;\xc2\xb7 Maintain Office databases, such as the Criminal Bureau\xe2\x80\x99s Usuary Database.The Paralegal will work closely with the prosecutors, victim witness advocates, and investigators assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division, as well as with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.All employees assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division are subject to the Enhanced Code of Ethics adopted pursuant to M.G.L. c. 12, \xc2\xa7 11M(c).Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions.Salary: $50,245To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General\xe2\x80\x99s Office at: and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is August 21, 2024.Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.Do not select MassCareers \xe2\x80\x9capply online\xe2\x80\x9d option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:Catherine McGuane, Managing Administrative AssistantCriminal Bureau(617) 963-2306QualificationsPosition Requirements: A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or associate degree or an equivalent combination of related education and/or experience is required. Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and possess the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making. Attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills, and a high level of professionalism are necessary. A high level of proficiency with technology and computers is preferred. The Paralegal assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division must demonstrate an interest in, and understanding of, the sensitive nature of working on investigations involving organized and public corruption crimes. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Weekly travel to the Boston Office and Malden District Court is required.The Attorney General\xe2\x80\x99s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General\xe2\x80\x99s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.Do not select MassCareers \xe2\x80\x9capply online\xe2\x80\x9d option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General\xe2\x80\x99s Office. You must apply directly at: .

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