Job Description

Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Paralegal to provide legal support to all of NYPA’s business areas. Responsibilities include researching, identifying legal risks, and drafting documents. The Paralegal will conduct legal research, draft and review documents, provide clerical support, and manage databases related to litigation, union contracts, and patents. The paralegal will also assist the Law Department in tracking, reviewing, and responding to requests made pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law. Additional duties include coordinating transaction signatures, maintaining a document library for finance transactions, supporting the Disclosure Working Group, managing contract templates, and coordinating CLE training. Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite is essential. Responsibilities Provide administrative and paralegal support to the attorneys in the law department and related functions supporting the Corporate Secretary’s Office and the office of Ethics and Compliance, among others. Perform a wide variety of legal, factual and administrative tasks and other confidential duties, including, but not limited to electronic file organization and document control. Conduct basic legal research on behalf of attorneys. Researches and analyzes a variety of legal sources such as statutes, court decisions, legal documents and articles for use in preparing legal documents, opinions, contracts, briefs and pleadings. Drafts and reviews correspondence, briefs, memoranda of law, etc., including proofreading and cite checking. Performs investigations, organization and research and background work as needed for claims and lawsuits from inception through discovery and trial. Organizes and summarizes a wide variety of material and information, sets priorities, and meets critical deadlines. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Practical knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles and procedures of American law and functions and jurisdictions of local, state and federal courts and related agencies. Practical knowledgeable of various other authority policies and governance as to how those policies will impact on the varied legal cases. Practical knowledge of methods and techniques of legal research and the use of statutes, codes and other legal resources. Skill in using technology to manage, organize and prioritize assignments. Skill in conducting factual research regarding any matter. Skill in extracting and utilizing information from statutes, court decisions, legal documents, policies and related records. Thorough understanding the necessity and the ability to preserve and maintain confidential communications and legally privileged information. Excellent oral and written communication skill. Good analytical and problem-solving techniques. Ability to prioritize the assignments from multi-tasking environment and abilities to complete the tasks within deadlines. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is required Minimum 2 years relevant experience Physical Requirements Minimal travel within NY State The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $78,000-$107,800. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email  accessibility@nypa.gov .

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