Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleLegal Assistant 2, Box OP-1626/20088
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $57984 to $73813 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Legal Assistant 2.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service as a Senior Attorney.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
Duties Description The New York State Education Department is seeking applicants for the position of Legal Assistant 2 to support the Office of the Professions. Under the direction of the Assistant Counsel, the Legal Assistant 2 will assist the Office of Professional Discipline staff in legal writing, research, and technical assistance for caseloads spanning the more than 50 professions that are licensed and overseen by the Office of the Professions. Other duties include, but are not limited to the following activities:
• Provide critical legal support by conducting research and analysis on legal issues relevant to the prosecutions division;
• Assist with the drafting of legal memos and documents for hearings and/or legal proceedings, and settlement documents;
• Work with various legal and scheduling databases that are necessary to assist the prosecutions division; and
• Provide legal and administrative support in the preparation of documents and witnesses for settlement conferences, hearings, Regents Review Committee.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or transcripts will be required for all candidates at the time of interview.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $73,813 based on annual performance advances.
Based on this position’s location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,026 Downstate Adjustment.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by June 28, 2023 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1626/20088) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address opjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by June 28, 2023 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1626/20088) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.