What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant (Legal Intern) position at New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs?
Duties Description
The Special Prosecutor/Inspector General’s office at the New York State Justice Center is responsible for cooperating with and assisting District Attorney’s offices and law enforcement in investigating and prosecuting abuse and neglect of certain vulnerable individuals. The intern experience in SPIG will primarily focus on researching legal topics related to prosecution of abuse and neglect, preparing memos on those topics and assisting with presentations for both internal audiences and to outside law enforcement. The intern will work with SPIG attorneys and legal assistants to:
Preferred Standing: 2nd Year Law Student
Minimum Standing: Rising 2nd Year Law Student
Degree Concentrations: Legal Studies
Skills:
Writing
Research
Additional Comments
Number of Hours: 20 – 30 up to full time during breaks.
Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov
The Special Prosecutor/Inspector General’s office at the New York State Justice Center is responsible for cooperating with and assisting District Attorney’s offices and law enforcement in investigating and prosecuting abuse and neglect of certain vulnerable individuals. The intern experience in SPIG will primarily focus on researching legal topics related to prosecution of abuse and neglect, preparing memos on those topics and assisting with presentations for both internal audiences and to outside law enforcement. The intern will work with SPIG attorneys and legal assistants to:
- Research issues related to investigating and prosecuting abuse and neglect of vulnerable individuals.
- Draft legal memorandum, if needed, on those issues.
- Assist with preparing presentations using PowerPoint and other presentation software
- Provide assistance to others by performing various legal and administrative tasks, including but not limited to: assisting in creating evidence packets, redacting documents, mailing, scanning, faxing, filing and copying. Assist with the creation, documentation and implementation of procedures and filing systems.
- Must be able to set own priorities and manage all deadlines in accordance with requested timeframes.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times. Will receive confidentiality training as part of internship.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Standing: 2nd Year Law Student
Minimum Standing: Rising 2nd Year Law Student
Degree Concentrations: Legal Studies
Skills:
Writing
Research
Additional Comments
Number of Hours: 20 – 30 up to full time during breaks.
Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov