Job 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 paraprofessional support to attorneys handling appeals of denials of certification as a Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) by New York State’s Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (DMWBD) as well as other tasks to support ESD’s legal department as needed.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Perform legal research and maintain departmental files.
• Process incoming appeals and maintain appropriate tracking systems.
• Prepare initial drafts and/or proofread legal correspondence pertaining to appeals.
• Work closely with appeal unit attorneys on preparation and delivery of evidence.
• Monitor and respond to appeal inquiries from appeal inbox.
• Provide broad-based paraprofessional support to ESD’s legal department as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level required Associate degree and successful completion of Paralegal Certificate Program strongly preferred. Relevant experience and/or other qualifications in lieu of Associate degree and/or Paralegal Certificate may be considered.

Relevant experience Five years’ experience as a paralegal, preferably in a corporate setting or law firm, or the equivalent, is preferred.

Knowledge required Excellent verbal and written communication skills and superior organizational skills are a must. Ability to work collegially and effectively in a team setting. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Detail orientation.