Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyIndigent Legal Services, Office of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleConfidential Legal Assistant (Resource Support and Data Specialist) - VID 182586

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryLegal

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $84246 to $84246 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 30%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 9 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 5 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? Yes

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Albany

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Alfred E. Smith Building

80 S. Swan Street

The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12210

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. 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:

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

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.

Specific duties include:

• 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.

• 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.

• Tracks available funding for use of specialized professional services.

• Works closely with the ILS Data Outreach Officer to ensure consistent tracking of all required data pursuant to ILS instructions and definitions.

• 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.

• 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).

• Manages projects with multiple tasks and deadlines, including identifying challenges and brainstorms solutions.

• Assists with special projects in furtherance of ILS’ mission to improve the quality of public defense representation as needed.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree* and three years of relevant professional experience.

*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.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. 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.

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.

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.

We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Leave, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Advantage Account
• Membership in the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System
• Voluntary Defined Contribution Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Human Resources/AV

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-473-5282

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 518-486-1631

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12242

Instructions for potential applicants.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.