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Job Title


Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant


Company : New York State Civil Service


Location : New York City, NY


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NY HELP No Agency Judicial Conduct, State Commission on Title Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $56665 to $70869 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8:30 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County New York Street Address 61 Broadway, Suite 1200 City New York State NY Zip Code 10006 Duties Description The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct is seeking a detail-oriented legal secretary to support attorneys, investigators, and administrative staff with document production, file management, and public-facing intake tasks. The role is ideal for a skilled, reliable professional who thrives in a legal environment and values discretion when handling confidential matters. Key Responsibilities:u2022 File Management: Create, scan, and maintain electronic and paper files; set up and maintain filing systems; organize large volumes of documents.u2022 Document Production: Draft and format correspondence, memos, and other documents; ensure accuracy and consistency with agency practices.u2022 Data & Intake: Electronically process incoming complaints/correspondence; enter and maintain accurate records in agency systems. u2022 Public Interaction: Provide reception coverage; assist callers u2013 including guidance to members of the public on filing complaints with the Commission u2013 with patience and professionalism. u2022 Mail & Logistics: Complete mail logs, review and distribute mail; prepare certified mail, UPS and FedEx packages, ensure accurate routing and tracking. u2022 General Office Support: Adapt to changing priorities and assist attorneys and investigators as needed. Minimum Qualifications u2022 Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat Professionalu2022 Fast, accurate typing and meticulous attention to detailu2022 Strong organization and time-management skills.u2022 Integrity, trustworthiness and discretion; patient and calm telephone manner.u2022 Ability to learn internal process and follow agency procedures consistently. Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications:u2022 Familiarity with NYS Unified Court System or legal office experience.Benefits: Excellent Benefit Package including NYS Health Insurance; competitive retirement plan options; generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, personal leave and holidays; 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. This position is eligible for an additional $4,000/year in location pay. Hybrid schedule will be offered after initial three-month in-person training at our NYC office. The State of New York does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability in the admission to, access to or employment in our programs or activities. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request. The State of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Marisa Harrison Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street Corning Tower, Suite 2301 Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12223 Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to . Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.