What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at City of Syracuse Law Department?
***Equal Opportunity Employer***
***Women and Minority Applicants are encouraged to Apply***
THIS IS A COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS UNTIL THE EXAM RESULTS ARE POSTED. YOU MUST BE REACHABLE FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
The City of Syracuse (Department of Law) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the role of Paralegal:
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for performing paralegal duties in a municipal office. Under the supervision of an attorney, an employee in this class performs a variety of tasks, that while not requiring the skills of an attorney, which entail the application of legal procedures and legal research as well as the preparation of legal documents for submission to the courts. An employee in this class may also assist an attorney in preparing for and appearing in a trial. The specific tasks performed may vary depending on the department assignment; however, work performed remains within the broad scope of paralegal skills. Supervision of employees is not normally exercised in this class. Certain assignments made to employees in this class will require reasonable access to transportation to meet field work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an associate degree in Paralegal Studies; or,
B. Possession of a certificate in Paralegal Studies or Legal Assistant from a program accredited by the New York State Education Department; or,
C. Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, as a paralegal.
The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Department of Personnel at One Park Place, 300 S. State St., 7th FL 315-448-8780 or Personnel@syr.gov
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $49,000.00 - $52,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Paid sick time
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you a resident of the City of Syracuse? If not, are you willing to relocate within six (6) months of your hire date?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,000 - $52,500