Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleLegal Assistant 1

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary Grade14

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $49703 to $60371 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Nassau

Street Address 200 Old Country Road

Suite 240

City Mineola

StateNY

Zip Code11501

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications REACHABLE ON THE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL SERVICE LIST FOR LEGAL ASSISTANT 1, PERMANENT OR CONTINGENT PERMANENT STATUS AS A LEGAL ASSISTANT 1, OR ELIGIBLE FOR TRANSFER.

Duties Description •Draft subpoenas and other legal documents.
•Gather, review, and analyze documents.
•Prepare and process motion papers and documents to be turned over during the discovery process.
•Prepare demonstrative exhibits.
•Perform legal research. Identify and locate potential sources of relevant information.
•Assist attorneys in depositions, witness preparation, and court proceedings, including jury trials.
•Review and organize documents and other evidence.
•Open and assign cases in agency’s case management system.
•Build professional relationships with partners in other government agencies.
•Become adept and creative in the use of search engines and social media.
•Organize case files.
•Perform other legal and office support duties as assigned.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple tasks under time constraints, prior experience in a legal practice as a clerk or paralegal, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Relativity are preferred.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

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

Contact Information

Name Brianna Guckemus

Telephone 518 776-2500

Fax 518 915-7754

Email Address HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General, Human Resources Management Bureau

State Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email your cover letter and resume to HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and include vacancy #87560 in the subject line of your email.