Job Description

Minimum Qualifications This is a full-time, entry-level position. A bachelor\'s degree is required for the position. Additionally, the individual selected for the LSA position must have excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. The ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of information, excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and social media are also required. Finally, applicants who are available to work in this position for at least two (2) years are preferred.

Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a talented candidate for the position of Legal Support Analyst (LSA) in the Law Enforcement Misconduct Investigative Office (LEMIO) in New York City. LEMIO is a recently-established, first-of-its-kind statewide oversight body charged with identifying and addressing systemic police misconduct. LEMIO seeks to improve the effectiveness of law enforcement, promote public safety, protect the civil rights and liberties of New Yorkers, as well as enhance transparency and strengthen public trust in the criminal justice system.

LEMIO has a broad mandate to investigate \xe2\x80\x9callegations of corruption, fraud, use of excessive force, criminal activity, conflicts of interest or abuse\xe2\x80\x9d as well as patterns and practices of police misconduct. LEMIO investigates reports of misconduct, examines departmental policies and procedures and makes recommendations for reform.

LSAs serve a critical role by performing both investigative and legal support functions. LSAs will work on project specific teams comprised of attorneys and investigators where they will be responsible for, but not limited to, conducting investigative assignments such as reviewing case files and other materials, assisting with witness interviews, searching law enforcement databases and performing open-source research, helping draft reports, drafting subpoenas, reviewing case footage and conducting independent research assignments. In addition, LSAs will perform legal support tasks, such as processing intakes, processing documents to be turned over during discovery or in response to Freedom of Information Law requests, preparing demonstrative exhibits and aiding attorneys in court proceedings. Please note this is not an attorney position and LSAs do not typically conduct legal research.

Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $57,420 + $3,026 in location pay. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

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