Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $44828 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description • Gather, compile and prepare data from manual or automated files including Oracle database and spreadsheet logs for various reports, publications, records, etc. Design formats for various reports and forms.
• Review forms or applications for subject matter content, completion, and accuracy within program segment of expertise and make appropriate determination. Gather additional information as necessary.
• Use spreadsheet to generate certificates/receipts.
• Prepare and edit draft correspondence including acceptance letters and other documents.
• Communicate by phone or face-to-face with paralegals, attorneys, architects, and IT staff to provide or gather information.
• Verify check or epayment receipts for filing fee, calculate as needed, and assign registration numbers or renew files.
• Independently prepare written summaries and reports and apply REF procedures in support of assignments.
• Draft emails using templates to provide instructions on e-submission procedures, to respond to deficiencies, and to confirm filings are acceptable for submission.
• Create cloud links, create folders, download files, rename folders and files per file-naming convention, and upload files to share drive.
• Self-report work, assign filings, and track deficiencies using excel spreadsheets.
• Process filings in a timely manner due to statutory deadlines
• Must have ability to lift 35 pounds several times a day.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
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 may be 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 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 QUALIFICATIONS:
There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.
*Positions located in New York City receive an additional $4,000 downstate adjustment location pay annually.
Additional Comments 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.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.
The Office of the NYS Attorney General (OAG) cannot provide sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates need to be authorized to work in the United States to be employed by this agency. It is incumbent upon employees to maintain work authorization for the duration of their employment with the OAG.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the New York State Attorney General
The Capitol
Notes on ApplyingApplications must be submitted online (transcripts and writing samples are not required). To apply, copy and
paste the following URL into your web browser:
https://lgr.ag.ny.gov/ords/f?p=136:10:::::P10_LGR_JOB_ID,P10_POSITIONTYPE,P10_LGR_WRITING_SAMPLE_IND:6498,22,N
If you have questions or issues with your application, please contact OAG Human Resources Management
Bureau by email at hr.recruitment@ag.ny.gov indicating "197963" in the subject line. For more information
about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.