Army Reserves - Paralegal Specialist (27D) - 419th Movement Control Battalion - Bartonville, Illinois - Part-time

Work one weekend a month, two weeks a year over the summer in the Army Reserves. The 419th Movement Control Battalion in Bartonville, Illinois has multiple vacancies for an entry level Paralegal Specialist. You do not require prior training or experience in this career field in order to qualify for this position. If you qualify, you will be given a date to attend the 10 week Basic training followed by the 10 week Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You would receive full time Army pay and Benefits while attending training.

As a Paralegal Specialist, you’ll be an integral part of the U.S. Army’s legal system. You’ll be expected to provide legal and administrative support in all areas of criminal law, family law, international law, civil and administrative law, contract law, and fiscal law. You’ll assist judges, Army lawyers, and unit commanders with legal matters and judicial work.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

-Educational: Tuition Assistance/Reserve Montgomery GI Bill/Student Loan Repayment Program

-Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

-Earn College Credits from Training and Certifications

-Hiring preferences in Civilian Employment with Partnership for Youth Success Program

-Training and Security Clearances can be used for Civilian Employment

***Disclaimer***

This is a position in the Army Reserves.  In order to qualify you must meet the minimum requirements to enlist in the United States Army.  These include, but are not limited to:

Age between 17-34 years old

Ability to pass extensive background check with no significant law charges (waivers are authorized on a case by case basis)

Ability to pass extensive medical exam to include full panel drug testing to ensure fitness to enlist in the military and attend basic training

Attaining qualifying test scores on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test (ASVAB)

Required qualifications:

• 17 years or older
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Background check
• Drug screening
• Speaks English
• At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher