Litigation Assistant (Office of Consumer Protection ) Position Available In Rockland, New York

Litigation Assistant (Office of Consumer Protection )

Type:

Rockland County Government Salary/Pay Rate:

$29.69 /hour

Posted Date:

06/10/2025 2:21 PM The Rockland County Office of Consumer Protection is seeking a candidate to work in their legal unit to provide support in the preparation and processing of legal documents and assist administrators in executing a range of legal procedures. This position involves moderately complex legal clerical work within a government agency and is vital to the efficient operation of our programs. This role requires a high level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documentation and adherence to procedural requirements. The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in preparing legal documents such as Notices of Violation and Consent Agreements, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and effectively manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Consumer Protection Licensing Manager or another higher-level administrator.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and either: Two (2) years of paid work experience that included litigation duties•as a major function of the work (major function of the work is defined as 50% or more of the day-to-day work experience); or Four (4) years of office clerical experience in a law-related setting (e.g., corporate, municipal, private practice) at least one (1) year of which must have been in a law office and/or court setting.

Notes:

An Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Legal Assistant Studies, or comparable curriculum, may be substituted for the two (2) years of paid work experience that included litigation duties as a major function of the work or two (2) years of office clerical experience in a law-related setting (e.g., corporate, municipal, private practice). A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Legal Assistant Studies, or comparable curriculum, may be deemed fully qualifying. Completed years of law school may be substituted for the paid work experience that included litigation duties as a major function of the work or the office clerical experience in a law related setting (e.g., corporate, municipal, private practice) on a year-for-year basis (a Juris Doctor shall be deemed fully qualifying). •To be demonstrated during the probationary period. •Litigation duties shall be defined as assisting attorneys or higher-level administrators involved in litigation by performing duties such as rechecking the accuracy of cited cases; organizing and preparing exhibits; completing portions of legal forms; preparing routine legal documents such as affidavits of service; maintaining diaries and “tickler” files for debt-payment schedules; organizing cases and evidence; contacting people involved in a case; providing information to clients; preparing and filing discovery requests; preparing case summaries; and inputting information into file databases.

Other Requirements and Information:

Residency in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut is a requirement for this position. Civil service examination requirements have been waived for this position. Candidates must only meet the minimum qualifications for consideration.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following: $29.69 Hourly Salary 35 Hour work week Medical, Dental and Vision Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time New York State Pension eligibility Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training How to

Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application (see link below), resume, cover letter, 3 professional references to: Kimberly Von Ronn, Director of Consumer Protection at Position open until filled.