Student Assistant

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Duties include but are not limited to: 1. Provide legal advice to HESC’s Executive Staff, managers, and administrators on issues that impact HESC’s mission and student financial aid programs2. Work with agency staff to prepare legal documents such as contracts, MOUs, and agreements with third parties3. Monitor, track, evaluate, and provide advice on legislative and regulatory matters4. Draft bills and regulations5. Research and respond to inquiries from legislative staff regarding constituents6. Assist the Secretary to the HESC Board of Directors in preparing for Board meetings, preparing minutes of meetings, making presentations to the Board, etc.7. Provide support to the agency Records Access Officer in tracking, processing, and responding to FOIL requests on behalf of the agency; and8. Provide support to the agency Ethics Officer, as necessary.9. Perform other duties as assigned

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications • Currently enrolled in a law school, pursuing a JD or LLM• Strong written and verbal communication skills.• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks, in a fast-paced environment.• Proficiency in Microsoft OfficePREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: An interest in public sector and education law

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments *NOTE: Qualifying candidates must be available to work part-time through the end of the current semester and full-time, 37.5 hours per week once the current semester ends. It is anticipated that candidates will begin full-time employment mid to late May. BENEFITS FOR WORKING FOR NYS: Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including: • Initially positions will work full-time in the office and a hybrid telecommuting schedule of up to 50% remote work can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview .Health Care Benefits• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership• NYS Deferred Compensation• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• And many more.

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