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Legal Assistant 2 - VID

Company:
State of New York
Location:
Manhattan, NY, 10038
Posted:
May 13, 2024
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Review Vacancy Date Posted 05/07/24 Applications Due05/22/24 Vacancy ID158021 * Basics * Schedule * Location * Job Specifics * Contact NY HELPNo AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management TitleLegal Assistant 2 - VID 158021 Occupational CategoryLegal Salary Grade17 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $61516 to $78307 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Contingent Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes County New York Street Address 59 Maiden Lane City New York StateNY Zip Code10038 Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service as a Legal Assistant 2; OR current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service in a position allocated within 2 grades above OR below posted title and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 as appropriate of the Civil Service Law.

Duties Description Reporting to the General Counsel, the incumbent of this position will work in close association with investigators, Office of General Counsel (OGC) attorneys, respondents, court reporters, and other administrative staff, performing a variety of paralegal activities for OGC.

Responsibilities may include scheduling hearings for attorneys and their investigators; maintaining databases and case tracking systems; compiling and organizing hearing files and records; preparing and assisting in the preparation of legal documents; conducting legal research; preparing subpoenas and correspondence.

Duties include, but may not be limited to: * Prepare correspondence and all relevant case materials for the hearing.

* Assist in the preparation of cases for hearings, by completing a variety of activities.

* Prepare documents and draft legal documents for investigator and attorney review.

* Organize case files and maintain exhibits for hearings.

* Prepare subpoenas and arrange for service.

* Arrange for the filing of legal memorandum and other legal papers.

* Assist with resources and supportive material for attorneys for hearings.

* Conduct research into complex legal matters, analyze materials, and present both verbal and written comments on findings.

* Prepare and maintain case files and calendars, record and monitor the status of dockets, deadlines and final decisions.

* Assist the General Counsel in connection with confidential legal matters.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel and First Deputy General Counsel.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission.

We encourage applicants for all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Downstate: Location Pay of $3,400 Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/JHG Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM 31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12242 Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications.

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