Legal Secretary (On-site)
Job Description
Are you an organized legal support professional who excels at managing sensitive documents, deadlines, and public inquiries? We are seeking a Legal Secretary to assist with Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests and provide essential administrative support.
- Assist the Records Access Officer with FOIL responses.
- Collect and review documents that are responsive to public records requests.
- Assist with redacting confidential or exempt information.
- Answer the main FOIL telephone line.
- Monitor and maintain physical and electronic FOIL mailboxes.
- Respond to public inquiries regarding FOIL requests.
- Track response deadlines and maintain accurate databases and records.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of legal terminology.
- Strong written and verbal business communication skills.
- General clerical and administrative experience.
- Excellent organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines.
- Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Sick Time
- 401k
Location: 625 Broadway, Albany NY 12207
Duration: Initial estimated service dates are for 9/21/26 - 3/20/27, however services may be extended for up to a total of two years.
Apply by deadline: 9/10/2026
Shift Days/Times: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:00 PM
Pay Range: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)
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Meet Your Recruiter
Joyce Austria
Joining HEPCO in March 2021, Joyce has four years of experience in IT, engineering, healthcare, manufacturing and life sciences recruiting. Joyce’s favorite part about her job is helping people land their dream jobs and hearing about their first day on the job. Joyce dreams about living by the ocean and meeting new people through her travels.