Legal Assistant 2 (NY HELPS)
About the role
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a Legal Assistant 2 to work at their Department Headquarters in Albany, NY. Under the supervision of an Administrative Specialist 1, this position provides paraprofessional legal support in both litigation and non-litigation matters.
Responsibilities
- Organizing and maintaining case files
- Drafting and preparing legal documents, motions, affidavits, discovery responses, briefs, opinions, and correspondence
- Conducting document review and investigations
- Analyzing court orders and adversary filings
- Assisting with hearing and trial preparation
- Cooking service and court filings
- Tracking legislation
- Supporting contract drafting and negotiations, with assigned cases developed to the point of attorney review and approval
Requirements
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. This position is located at 10B Airline Drive, Albany, New York. Our office is conveniently located near the Albany International Airport and offers free parking. Opportunities for telecommuting are available in accordance with the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
Qualifications
- Three years of full-time experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant
- One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a Legal Assistant 1, SG-14
Benefits
- Inexpensive Health Insurance options
- Free Dental and Vision coverage
- NYS Pension Plan membership
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off
- Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Pay
The starting salary of the PEF SG-17 is $63,361/year. The candidate appointed at the Legal Assistant 2, SG-17 level, will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the SG-17 job rate salary of $80,655/year!
Schedule
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday.