Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyIndigent Legal Services, Office of

TitleSpecial Assistant (Investigator)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $79410 to $88000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Alfred E Smith State Office Building

80 South Swan Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience.*

*Substitutions: Four years of specialized experience or associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have 10 years’ experience conducting investigations, including in criminal defense matters; an understanding of issues bearing on criminal justice, social justice, racial justice, and wrongful convictions; and a commitment to improving the quality of criminal defense representation in New York State.

Duties Description The New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services seeks an experienced investigator to support the efforts of a new Statewide Appellate Support Center team located at our office in Albany, New York. The Investigator will undertake a variety of efforts designed to help criminal defense attorneys and investigators to conduct effective investigations at the pretrial, trial, sentencing, and post-conviction stage. This will include gathering and maintaining comprehensive, up-to-date, and easily accessible information regarding investigators and investigative tools and resources available on a local, state, and national level. The Investigator will also conduct trainings regarding how criminal defense attorneys can effectively hire, use, and instruct both in-house and contract investigators, as well as how investigators can conduct effective investigations, productively communicate with defenders, and become valuable members of a defense team. In addition, the Investigator will be available to consult with attorneys and local investigators seeking information and ideas about how to approach investigations in individual cases.

Additional Comments The mission of Indigent Legal Services (ILS) is to improve the representation provided to New Yorkers facing criminal charges or family litigation who cannot afford counsel. Our agency’s work is transforming criminal defense and parental representation, while helping people in crisis achieve greater justice in criminal cases and maintain family integrity. Join us to help shape policy and practice statewide and to have a profound impact on justice statewide. Become part of a team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to a more fair and just society.

ILS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. These values not only guide our work; we believe they are essential to fulfilling our mission to improve mandated representation in New York State. ILS staff share responsibility for creating a more inclusive workplace. Diverse voices and perspectives only strengthen our ability to create transformational change. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

ILS welcomes candidates regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, or arrest record or criminal conviction history.
We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Personal Leave, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Health Care Spending Account.
• Dependent Care Advantage Account.
• Membership in the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System.
• Voluntary Defined Contribution Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Plan.

ILS employees are eligible to apply to telecommute part-time and/or adjust work hours in accordance with ILS’s policies, subject to supervisor approval.

The Capital Region is a great place to live with a low cost-of living in neighborhoods ranging from urban to rural within a short commute. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or an arts aficionado, there is something for everyone. From the beautiful mountains that surround the city to the historic churches and museums and pre-Revolutionary War architecture. With a 300-year history, there’s much to enjoy and explore.

Employees may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.

The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be submitted to the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at DEEO@OGS.NY.Gov.

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

Contact Information

Name Human Resources/KP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

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 cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.