Job Description

Paralegal Financial Crimes Intelligence Center

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $21.16 - $48.87 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Etta Adkins | AGHR@agutah.gov | 3852715803
Application Deadline – 6/28/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC) operates as a centralized reporting hub for banking and financial institutions, as well as the public, staffed by a multidisciplinary team including financial crime investigators, prosecutors, analysts, and forensic accountants. The FCIC’s collaborative and centralized approach enables the identification and resolution of criminal activity patterns across various financial institutions, thereby enhancing public safety.

The Paralegal position within the FCIC is responsible for providing high-level support to the FCIC team, focusing on case management, legal research, document drafting, and trial preparation. This role requires strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work effectively within a professional team environment, and the capacity to manage complex caseloads immediately upon hire. The position is based in Salt Lake City, with occasional travel throughout Utah necessary for litigation and case-related proceedings.

Preferred qualifications include at least five years of experience in criminal practice or equivalent paralegal roles, significant experience supporting complex financial fraud cases, and demonstrated expertise in legal research, case management, and handling high-impact legal projects.

Responsibilities:

• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
• Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
• Searches, retrieves and/or researches public and private records in accordance with applicable state and federal laws governing access to these records.
• Determine needs in discovery, and/or completes discovery; participates in decision making and strategy sessions in preparing cases for court and determining evidence to be used.
• Maintains document control, tracking and tracing; reviews case files and/or digests trial folders, etc.
• Prepare trial or hearing materials including designing questionnaires, organizing evidence, preparing trial displays and exhibits, locating, obtaining, tracking and disseminating information/evidence, etc.
• Manages trial exhibits and evidence; ensures procedures are followed/completed; takes notes and makes observations during proceeding; participates in planning and strategy sessions, etc.
• Plans and meetings.

The FCIC paralegal position demands advanced skills, independent decision-making, and the ability to handle complex legal tasks and effective case management in support of the Center's mission.

Qualifications

• An associate's degree in paralegal studies or a related bachelor's degree and relevant paralegal experience; or
• National certification (NALA, NFPA, or NALS) and relevant paralegal experience.
• Skilled in independent decision-making, complex legal tasks, and effective case management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; experience with e-discovery tools such as Everlaw is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines.

About the Role

Location –
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Utah Attorney General's Office

If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working
in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment, the Attorney General’s Office
offers a unique opportunity. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the
Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions,
protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special.
You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and
safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens. With responsibilities
ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy
and supporting children’s justice initiatives, your work here will be both
diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and
advancing the cause of justice in Utah.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (385) 271-5803.