Position Information

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AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleParalegal

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $70000 to $74000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12245

Job Specifics

Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide broad-based support to in-house counsel in responding to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests and FOIL appeals; performing legal tasks in connection with the implementation of Empire State Development’s economic development mission and purpose.

WORK PERFORMED:
Responsibilities can include some or all the following:

FOIL: Provide support to the Corporation’s Record Access Officer in responding to FOIL requests for records:
• running searches for and collecting relevant material
• document review
• maintaining log of requests and responses
• calendaring and managing deadlines
• drafting and preparing both internal and external correspondence
• corresponding with members of the public regarding requests and preparing responses.

Other Legal Tasks: Assist other members of the Legal Department with legal work on an as needed basis and upon request.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Associate degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.

Relevant Experience required: A minimum of three (3) years of experience required.

Knowledge Required: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior organizational skills. Ability to work collegially and effectively in a team setting. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Detail orientation.

ALTERNATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in another (relevant) position with Empire State Development. Up to 2 years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. military may be substituted for service at ESD.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Jane Martinez – HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017