P/T PARALEGAL AIDE, II at CityOfNewYork

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships. The Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Legal Matters provides legal guidance to the Police Department and is responsible for advising all members of the Department on all legal matters affecting the Department, including major criminal and civil litigation and important legislative and judicial developments. The office monitors and facilitates the relationship between the Department and the rest of the criminal justice system and assists members of the service in interpreting and enforcing state, federal, and local laws; ensures that the policies and practices of the department are lawful and are fairly applied; and develops legislation in accordance with the needs of the Department and public safety concerns. The Legal Bureau seeks a qualified P?T Paralegal Aide, II to assist with Department operations. While day-to-day duties will vary based on assignment, typical tasks and responsibilities of a Paralegal Aide, II assigned to the Legal Bureau may include: - Utilizing various NYPD systems and applications to assist in the processing and investigation of requests for Department records - Examining responsive records and making recommendations as to appropriateness of disclosure - Applying appropriate redactions in accordance with all applicable laws - Providing administrative support to attorneys - Performing data entry, copying, scanning, filing and other tasks to support attorney case work and other Bureau efforts WORK LOCATION 375 Pearl St. New York, N.Y. 10038 HOURS/SHIFT Business Hours TO APPLY Please visit: [Upgrade to PRO to see link] and search for Job ID #759519, or click the 'Apply' button ADDITIONAL INFORMATION In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account. PARALEGAL AIDE - 30080