Paralegal - StateJobsNY : Job Details

Education Level Required: Bachelor's degree preferred. Associate's degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute. Relevant Experience required: A minimum of three (3) years of experience required. Knowledge Required: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior organizational skills. Ability to work collegially and effectively in a team setting. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Detail orientation. ALTERNATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in another (relevant) position with Empire State Development. Up to 2 years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. military may be substituted for service at ESD. Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.* Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation. BASIC FUNCTION: To provide broad-based support to in-house counsel in responding to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests and FOIL appeals; performing legal tasks in connection with the implementation of Empire State Development's economic development mission and purpose. WORK PERFORMED: • FOIL: Provide support to the Corporation's Record Access Officer in responding to FOIL requests for records: o running searches for and collecting relevant material o document review o maintaining log of requests and responses o calendaring and managing deadlines; o drafting and preparing both internal and external correspondence o corresponding with members of the public regarding requests, and o preparing responses. • Other Legal Tasks: Assist other members of the Legal Department with legal work on an as-needed basis and upon request. Additional Comments *Salary range as specified *Comprehensive Benefits Package Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist Telephone Fax Email Address [email protected] Address Street 655 Third Avenue City New York State NY Zip Code 10017 Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY