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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 12/30/19

Applications Due02/18/20

Vacancy ID77244

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleE-Discovery Document Review Manager - Information Technology Bureau (NYC)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

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

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty St

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Minimum Qualifications Candidates will possess the following qualifications and experience:
• Juris Doctorate/JD Degree from an ABA accredited law school;
• Active New York State Bar admission status, must be in good standing—candidates admitted to practice in other jurisdictions may be considered;
• Demonstrated experience with legal document review and a working knowledge of proper e-discovery procedures including an understanding of data collection and computer forensics, chain of custody, processing, imaging, coding, review, and production;
• Proficiency with one or more e-discovery “Document Review Platforms” (i.e. Relativity, Concordance, etc.) including managing document reviews (e.g., running searches, conducting quality control, or training reviewers);
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat;
• Customer and team-focused with the ability to effectively communicate and liaise with staff at all levels;
• Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills;
• Excellent project management skills, including experience in developing management reports, processes, and systems that predict timely results within budget;
• Prior experience supervising staff and managing e-discovery teams is preferred; and
• Completion of Relativity Certifications and/or Certified Specialist in E-Discovery (CEDS) (or equivalent) is preferred.

Duties Description The Information Technology (IT) Bureau in the New York State Office of the Attorney General is seeking an attorney to serve as an E-Discovery Document Review Manager (EDDRM) in the Practice Technologies Group (“PTG”). The EDDRM will play an integral role within the PTG which is responsible for providing litigation support services including e-discovery, document review, and consulting on document collection and review. The position reports to the Section Chief for E-Discovery and will be located in either the New York City or the Troy, New York office.
EDDRM duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Managing all aspects of legal discovery document review and production for OAG e-discovery matters as the team lead and subject matter expert in review platforms including Relativity and NexLP;
• Liaising regularly with attorneys, legal support staff, PTG staff, review attorneys, IT, Budget and Executive on current and prospective projects;
• Building and supervising review teams including overseeing team quality and productivity; coordinating with vendors regarding staffing needs and technical specifications, coaching low-performing contract attorneys; conducting daily briefings with reviewers to resolve issues; providing consulting services, training and end user support to attorneys, legal support staff and client agencies; and ensuring projects remain on track;
• Preparing project estimates, budgets, schedules and regular status reports as well as other written process and training documentation for use by colleagues and end users;
• Developing and implementing quality protocols to ensure final quality control checks on deliverables prior to production and vendor deliverables to confirm accuracy and compliance with project specifications and instructions;
• Participating in the IT and custodian interview process to support preservation and collection efforts and the “Meet & Confer” process;
• Maintaining and expanding technical proficiencies as well as following developments in e-discovery and litigation technology processes and methodologies; and,
• Periodic travel within New York State to the OAG’s regional offices and the availability to provide after-hours support.

Additional Comments OAG employees serve more than 19 million state residents through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State.

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

Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.

PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the OAG’s website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

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

Name Legal Recruitment

Telephone

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General - Legal Recruitment Unit

28 Liberty Street

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

 

Notes on ApplyingUnless indicated in the job posting, applications are submitted online. To apply, please go to the OAG website, www.ag.ny.gov, then click on the “Resources” tab and select “Employment Opportunities,” Reference No. DOA_IT/PTG_NYC_TROY_6114.

Applications must be submitted as indicated in in the “How to Apply” section of the posting. All positions require applicants to submit resumes, cover letters and lists of professional references. Many positions also require applicants to submit unofficial school transcripts and/or writing samples.

Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.

For questions about a position with the OAG, the application process or if you need assistance submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

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