You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.
Email

City of Marlborough

Legal Department

Paralegal

Posting Number:     AA#26-16

Date Posted:       February 17, 2026

Weekly Hours:     40 Hours/Week

FLSA:                         Exempt

Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

Hiring Rate:         $27.44/hr.

Step Rate:            $27.44 -$30.90/hr.

Location:             City Hall, 140 Main Street

The City of Marlborough’s Legal Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time Paralegal who will provide legal support, and perform clerical and administrative functions, for the Legal Department.   

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating and preparing responses to public records requests.
  • Processing claims and settlements for all legal claims and suits. 
  • Prepare a variety of legal documents including correspondence, ordinances, agreements, and pre-trial/trial filings.
  • Act as a liaison with other departments and their department heads and the public. 
  • Assist with researching specific questions of law for precedent, related case law, and/or citations.
  • Prepare and file proof of claim in taxpayer bankruptcy cases
  • Maintain office files in paper and electronic form.
  • Maintain a master calendar of critical dates, including court appearances, court filings, pre-trial dates, and discovery response dates.
  • Serve as initial office point of contact to the public; answer phone and take messages.
  • Manage department mail, accounts, purchases, budgeting, and related functions associated with office administration.
  • Performs other related work as required.
  • Performs other duties as requested by the City Solicitor and Assistant City Solicitor.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Preferred: Paralegal Certificate or two (2) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience preferred. 

To see the full job description and how to apply, please visit the City of Marlborough Employment Opportunities by going to www.marlborough-ma.gov and clicking on the Employment Opportunities icon on the front page.

The position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The City of Marlborough is an Equal Opportunity Employer.    The City of Marlborough does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law.