College Assistant (2nd-3rd Year Law School or Graduate Students ONLY)

Contract Title

College Assistant
FLSA: Non-exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION: The Central Office Records Access Unit manages and responds to requests for access to public CUNY Central Office records made under the New York State Freedom of Information Law (“FOIL”). They ensure compliance with Federal, State, local laws, and University policies and guidelines regarding the retention and disposition of records, and identification and preservation of records of historic importance. Additionally, they coordinate the continuous legal destruction of obsolete records per the CUNY Records Retention and Disposition Schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with legal professionals and administrators.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate follow-through in completing assignments.
• Ability to work well in a team setting, collaborating with attorneys and administrative professionals to complete tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Other Qualifications

Under the guidance of the University FOIL and Records Access Attorney, College Assistants will assist with updating the CUNY Records Retention and Disposition Schedule, so that it substantively and facially aligns/conforms with New York State’s Retention and Disposition Schedule for New York Local Government Records (LGS-01).

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $25.51.

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is: https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=32263&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity.

EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32263

Location: Central Office

Job Type: Part-Time