<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/06/25</p> <p>Applications Due06/06/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182216</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS</p> <p>TitleParalegal</p> <p>Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitNone listed</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $70000 to $74000 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 9 AM</p> <p>To 5:30 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address 625 Broadway</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12245</p> <p>Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.</p> <ul> <li>This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy. </li><li>Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation. </li></ul> <p>BASIC FUNCTION:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>WORK PERFORMED:</p> <p>Responsibilities can include some or all the following:</p> <p>FOIL: Provide support to the Corporation's Record Access Officer in responding to FOIL requests for records:</p> <ul> <li>running searches for and collecting relevant material </li><li>document review </li><li>maintaining log of requests and responses </li><li>calendaring and managing deadlines </li><li>drafting and preparing both internal and external correspondence </li><li>corresponding with members of the public regarding requests and preparing responses. </li></ul> <p>Other Legal Tasks: Assist other members of the Legal Department with legal work on an as needed basis and upon request.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor's degree preferred. Associate degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.</p> <p>Relevant Experience required: A minimum of three (3) years of experience required.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Additional Comments Salary range as specified.</p> <p>Comprehensive Benefits Package.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist</p> <p>Telephone N/A</p> <p>Fax N/A</p> <p>Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 655 Third Avenue</p> <p>City New York</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 10017</p>