Paralegal

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 resumes@esd.ny.gov

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: https://bit.ly/3APr8cp

Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration

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