Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleLegal Assistant 2 - Item #06708
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53568 to $68192 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates must be reachable on the NYS Department of Civil Service Legal Assistant 2 eligible list; or be eligible to transfer under section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
70.1 Transfer:
To be eligible for transfer interested candidates must currently be employed by NYS and have at least one year of permanent competitive service as a Legal Assistant 2 (SG-17)
OR
Must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to a salary grade 15 or higher and also possess an Associate’s degree or certificate in legal studies, paralegal studies, or legal assistant studies from an accredited institution or one approved by the NYS Bar Association and has one year of subsequent full-time experience as a Paralegal,
OR
Must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to a salary grade 15 or higher and also possesses a Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, paralegal studies, or legal assistant studies from an accredited institution or one approved by the NYS Bar Association.
Please note that to be considered for a 70.1 transfer interested candidates must currently be employed by NYS
Duties Description Assist with the processing of Damage Claims
· Assists the Senior Attorney with the processing of complex third-party damage claims. Acts as point person controlling the Fund’s administrative process by ensuring that deadlines that require Senior Attorney or Director’s involvement are met. Coordinates with the DEC or AG and OSC Legal Services as necessary.
· Handles inquiries from the public, elected officials, attorneys and other stakeholders regarding spills that may result in possible claims filed against the Fund.
· Directs less complex matters down and brings more complex or sensitive matters to the attention of the Senior Attorney or Director.
· Reviews initial preparatory work on claims done by legal assistant 1 and then conducts more extensive review to determine if claims are viable before forwarding to Senior Attorney.
· Analyzes applicable environmental and other DEC reports related to the claims.
· Drafts recommendation memos, notices and denial letters as directed by the Senior Attorney.
Legal Document Review and Legal Research
· Assists with legal document review including affidavits prepared by the Attorney General, drafting of correspondence, tracking legislation, analysis and research of court decisions and orders.
· Conducts legal research in areas without settled precedent as directed by Senior Attorney.
Litigation Referral and Collection Support
· Assists the Senior Attorney in preparing litigation discovery document responses to Oil Spill litigation cases brought by the Attorney General.
· Reviews FOIL responses for privilege issues.
· Reviews judgment cases for possible abandoned property and processes any related claims.
· Acts as backup to Senior Attorney in coordinating responses to requests from the Attorney General’s Office.
Environmental Lien Processing
· Assist the Senior Attorney in the processing and filing of liens including reviewing deeds and other title work to ensure proper parties and lots are being liened, drafting liens and release documents, following up with Attorney General’s office, OSC counsel’s office and county clerks’ offices as necessary.
Additional Comments EDUCATION:
Associates Degree or higher in paralegal studies
DESIRED COMPETENCIES:
· Associates Degree in paralegal studies supplemented by a four year degree preferred.
· Experience with litigation or real property or collection law desired.
· Proficient in excel and access applications.
· Experience dealing with the public in any field.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruit@osc.state.ny.us
Address
Street Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to recruit@osc.state.ny.us
no later than May 30, 2019. Please reference Item # 06708– GOER-JDC when responding.
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section. The Vacancy ID # should not be included