Position Information

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AgencyCommission on Prosecutorial Conduct (CPC)

TitleLegal Support Analyst

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $67500 to $83500 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address 39 Broadway

7th Floor

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10006

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Legal Support Analyst is a hybrid between the roles of a Legal Assistant and an Investigative Analyst. The Legal Support Analyst will provide support to the Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct’s (CPC) attorneys as they conduct confidential investigations into allegations of prosecutorial misconduct in New York State. The Legal Support Analyst will report to the Deputy Director of Investigations in the New York City office. Duties of the incumbent will include, but will not be limited to:

• Provide direct administrative support to office staff;

• Collect and verify information from interviews, public records, and digital databases to support case development;

• Maintain and organize case files using various software programs, ensuring all evidence and notes are accurately documented and coordinating with attorneys assigned to those cases;

• When needed, assist in preparing detailed investigative reports summarizing findings for attorneys;

• Assist with preparation of legal documents, conduct research, assist with case management under the direction and guidance of the Deputy Director of Investigations;

• Proofread and edit confidential internal materials;

• Proofread and edit external materials;

• Assist the attorneys with preparing exhibits for testimony and hearings ;

• Track and process expenses and travel documentation; and

• Other special projects as needed to enable the CPC to carry out its statutory mandate.

Minimum Qualifications The minimum qualifications for this position are a bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage complete and highly confidential information, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and work on projects for multiple teams. Substitutions include four years of specialized experience or an associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of investigative fieldwork experience or one year supporting an investigative unit where analytical, organizational, discretionary and technical skills were utilized. The ideal candidate will illustrate strong communication, analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience handling confidential information.

Additional Comments The selected candidate will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation.

The Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct is an independent State agency dedicated to investigating prosecutorial conduct in New York State, serving to strengthen oversight of New York’s prosecutors and to hold them to the highest ethical standards in the exercise of their duties.

Pursuant to Judiciary Law §§ 499-a – 499-j, the Commission has the authority to review and investigate the conduct of prosecutors to determine whether any prosecutorial conduct violates state law or court rules. Under the statute, the Commission is authorized to conduct a full range of investigative functions, including holding hearings, subpoenaing witnesses, requiring production of documents, conferring immunity, and transmitting findings of fact and recommendations regarding sanctions to the relevant attorney grievance committee. The Commission is also authorized to make its findings and recommendations public.

To learn more about the Commission, please visit https://cpc.ny.gov/.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. CPC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The CPC will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the U.S. on a permanent basis. It is the policy of the CPC not to hire F-1 or H-1B visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify CPC Human Resources at HR@cpc.ny.gov.

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

How to Apply

Name Kim Hayden

Telephone

Fax

Email Address jobs@cpc.ny.gov

Address

Street 39 Broadway

Suite 720

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10006

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit an application with a cover letter, resume, and professional writing sample using the CPC's applicant submission form - https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d979bfb3379aeb3853c96536cd9e8.

Please reference Vacancy ID #217438 on your cover letter.