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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 03/12/25</p> <p>Applications Due04/14/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182586</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>AgencyIndigent Legal Services, Office of</p> <p>TitleConfidential Legal Assistant (Resource Support and Data Specialist) - VID 182586</p> <p>Occupational CategoryLegal</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $84246 to $84246 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Temporary</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 30%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 9 AM</p> <p>To 5 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address Alfred E. Smith Building</p> <p>80 S. Swan Street</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12210</p> <p>Duties Description The Resource Support and Data Specialist reports to the Chief of the Criminal Defense Representation (CDR) Unit and has two-fold primary responsibilities:</p> <p>1) Cultivate and communicate to providers of public criminal defense information on available specialized professional services including but not limited to investigators, expert witnesses, case workers, social workers, interpreters, mental health evaluators, and sentencing advocates; and</p> <p>2) Liaise with the ILS Research Unit on public criminal defense data collection and reporting and assist the ILS Data Outreach Officer in working with public defense providers to build their expertise and capacity to collect accurate and consistent data on caseload, quality initiatives, and counsel at arraignment; case outcomes; staffing; and spending.</p> <p>Specific duties include:</p> <ul> <li>Works with CDR Regional Counsels to identify criminal public defense provider specialized professional service needs such as investigators, experts, mitigation specialists, social workers, and interpreters, and gathers information on available services to make available to providers. </li><li>Collaborates with ILS Special Assistant for Investigations and ILS Special Assistant for Mitigation on strategies for enhancing public criminal defense provider access to and use of specialized professional services. </li><li>Tracks available funding for use of specialized professional services. </li><li>Works closely with the ILS Data Outreach Officer to ensure consistent tracking of all required data pursuant to ILS instructions and definitions. </li><li>Maintains familiarity with all ILS data collection requirements and reviews provider criminal data submissions to assist the ILS Research Unit's in assessing provider and county compliance as needed. </li><li>Communicates effectively with the Criminal Defense Representation Team, the ILS Research Unit and when needed with public criminal defense representation providers and County Data Officers to assist data collection compliance by ILS with Executive Law § 832(4). </li><li>Manages projects with multiple tasks and deadlines, including identifying challenges and brainstorms solutions. </li><li>Assists with special projects in furtherance of ILS' mission to improve the quality of public defense representation as needed. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree* and three years of relevant professional experience.</p> <ul> <li>Substitutions: Four years of specialized experience or associate's degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree; J.D. or master's degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments The mission of Indigent Legal Services (ILS) is to improve the quality of representation provided to people facing criminal charges or family litigation who cannot afford counsel. Our agency's work is transforming criminal defense and parental representation, while helping people in crisis achieve greater justice in criminal cases and maintain family integrity. Join us to help shape policy and practice statewide and to have a profound impact on justice statewide. Become part of a team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to a more fair and just society.</p> <p>ILS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. These values not only guide our work; we believe they are essential to fulfilling our mission to improve mandated representation in New York State. ILS staff share responsibility for creating a more inclusive workplace. Diverse voices and perspectives only strengthen our ability to create transformational change. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>ILS welcomes candidates regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, or arrest record or criminal conviction history.</p> <p>We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Benefits </li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Paid Personal Leave, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays </li><li>Paid Family Leave </li><li>Health Care Spending Account </li><li>Dependent Care Advantage Account </li><li>Membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System </li><li>Voluntary Defined Contribution Plan </li><li>Deferred Compensation Plan </li></ul> <p>ILS employees are eligible to apply to telecommute part-time and/or adjust work hours in accordance with ILS's policies, subject to supervisor approval.</p> <p>The Capital Region is a great place to live with a low cost-of living in neighborhoods ranging from urban to rural within a short commute. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or an arts aficionado, there is something for everyone. From the beautiful mountains that surround the city to the historic churches and museums and pre-Revolutionary War architecture. With a 300-year history, there's much to enjoy and explore.</p> <p>Employees may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentaid.gov/publicservice.</p> <p>The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be submitted to the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at RAinquiries@OGS.NY.Gov.</p> <p>The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.</p> <p>For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Human Resources/AV</p> <p>Telephone 518-473-5282</p> <p>Fax 518-486-1631</p> <p>Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM</p> <p>31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12242</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.</p>