Legal Assistant 1 (NY HELPS) - NYC

VACANCY ID #157940
EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE: LEGAL ASSISTANT 1 (NY HELPS)

STATUS: PERMANENT or CO NTINGENT PERMANENT

BUREAU: (VARIOUS)

LOCATION: NEW YORK CITY

SALARY: CSEA SG 14 (Starting Salary: $54,860*, Job Rate: $66,634)
There are several openings located in New York City. *The base salary will include

an additional $3,400 per year in downstate adjustment location pay.

We are seeking talented and motivated support staff to work with our attorneys in the State’s law firm. The selected
candidate will be part of a fast-paced office, gaining experience while providing public service on behalf of the
State of New York. The Attorney General serves the public interest of all New Yorkers in matters affecting their daily lives,
enforcing laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors. The office coordinates
statewide civil and criminal investigations, promoting economic and social justice, encouraging harm-reducing public health
strategies, and preserving the state’s environment.

Careers with the State offer multiple benefits including paid vacation leave (13 days per year), sick leave, paid State
holidays off, health insurance including vision & dental, entry into the NYS retirement (pension) system, education and
training, eligibility for public student loan forgiveness, and job stability with promotional opportunities. Workplace
flexibilities include multiple options for employees including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work
schedules.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

NY HELPS:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no
examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this
time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS
employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service
Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have
their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination.
Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State.
While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are
qualified.

Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a minimum of two years of full-time experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant (see

paralegal/legal assistant program where the degree was granted from a regionally accredited college or university
or one approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). OR

university or one approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) or graduation from an accredited (ABA
approved) law school with a degree required for NYS Bar admittance AND one year of experience as a
Paralegal/Legal Assistant (see “definition” below).

Definition: A Paralegal/Legal Assistant is someone who applies knowledge of the law and legal procedures in rendering
direct assistance to lawyers, clients, and courts; prepares and interprets legal documents and forms; researches, compiles,
and uses information from legal materials to provide both written and verbal comments on their findings; and analyzes and
handles routine procedural problems independently with minimal attorney oversight. Non-qualifying experience includes
receptionist, records clerk, bookkeeper, and office manager.

CURRENT NYS EMPLOYEE: Reachable on the Department of Civil Service eligible list for Legal Assistant 1 or permanent
or contingent-permanent status as a Legal Assistant 1 or eligible to transfer.

DUTIES

In close association with an attorney or attorneys, Legal Assistants perform a variety of paralegal activities that require
formal education and experience. Incumbents compile and organize files and documentation; prepare and assist in the
preparation of legal documents and forms; catalog information; update databases or spreadsheets; and prepare
correspondence and subpoenas.

attorney's calendar.

When located outside of a litigation or an administrative hearing setting, a Legal Assistant 1 performs preliminary
background work for routine cases or for administrative review processes.

May answer routine complaints received from the public, either orally or in writing, and provides routine information regarding
processes or procedures to the public.

Specific duties and scheduling options will be discussed at interview.

HOURS

The agency's hours of operation are Monday through Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:30 pm (37.5 hours/week).
Scheduling determinations are dependent upon the needs of each Bureau and will be communicated during interviews.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online.

In your submission, please provide a cover letter that includes a statement describing how you meet the minimum
qualifications, resume, and a copy of your degree or certificate if relied upon to show that you meet the minimum
qualifications.

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

POSTED MAY 6, 2024